Part Time Teaching Assistant Level 2

Elms Bank, Bury, Lancashire, M45 8PJ

6 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  13 July 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  7 July 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 3, Key stage 4
• Working pattern: Part time: 16 Hours per week
• Contract type: Permanent
• Actual salary: Grade 8 SCP 12-17 TTO + 5 days (Pro Rata) Actual Salary £10,855 - £11,775

What skills and experience we're looking for

Teaching Assistant Level 2 - Job Summary

We are seeking a caring, enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistant Level 2 to join our supportive team. Working closely with teachers and other professionals, you will provide high-quality support to pupils with a range of learning, communication, behavioural and personal care needs, helping them to access learning and achieve their full potential.

The successful candidate will support pupils both individually and in small groups, promote independence and inclusion, and contribute to a positive and engaging learning environment. You will assist with the delivery of learning activities, support individual education and therapy programmes, and work collaboratively with staff, parents and external professionals to ensure the best outcomes for pupils.

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting children and young people, has excellent interpersonal skills, and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all pupils.

Experience of working with children with additional needs is desirable, although training will be provided, including specialist medical, therapy and behaviour support training where required.

What the school offers its staff

Why Join Elms Bank School and College

Our school is full of energy, care, and a strong sense of community. Guided by our vision,“Excellence for All,” we are committed to providing high-quality education tailored to each pupil’s individual needs. We offer specialist pathways and a broad, meaningful curriculum enriched with real-life experiences, all designed to raise aspirations and develop confidence,independence, and resilience.

We are looking for a colleague who shares the clear vision that the child is at the heart of everything we do. One who can enjoy positive, professional relationships with young people and who demonstrate shigh levels of resilience and emotional intelligence. Every child is entitled to an outstanding education where they have excellent opportunities to achieve beyond their potential. We strive to develop the aspirations and values of every student and member of staff

We are laying strong foundations for growth and have a clear vision for the trust. This role is a key part of our growth strategy and could be an excellent opportunity for the right candidate ready for their next step. We are a values driven organisation, are highly ambitious, passionate about doing things with integrity whilst maintaining a good sense of humour.

We would be happy to arrange a visit to the school, where we can discuss with you the importance of the school within the local community and how, by working with us, you can be part of the team that builds on the past, ensures performance in the present and prepares the students for their future successes.

Please contact Elms Bank School on0161 766 1597or by emailingenquiries@elmsbank.oaklp.co.ukto arrange a visit.

Our Employee Benefits

At Oak Learning Partnership, you’ll find yourself in a vibrant, inclusive, and supportive environment, where everyone can grow, progress, and achieve a fulfilling career. We offer a fantastic range of rewards and benefits, challenging and interesting work, and opportunities to achieve your potential.

In return you will benefit from:  

• Enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme

• Excellent Continuous Professional Development (CPD)

• A strong and caring ethos among staff and students           

• Networking opportunities across our trust           

• Salary sacrifices cycle to work scheme

• Healthcare plan through Medicash and is an easy to use health insurance. The health cash plan provides cashback towards your everyday healthcare bills, benefiting from a range of digital and virtual tools to help you protect and improve your wellbeing. 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme – emotional, financial and legal support to both you and your family by a team of qualified professionals

• Health and Wellbeing through Medicash with access to a 24/7 Telephone Support Service and Face to Face counselling service.

Application

We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date of the advertisement, should we identify an appropriate candidate.

For further information about the role please contact Elms Bank School on

0161 766 1597or by emailing enquiries@elmsbank.oaklp.co.uk

Oak Learning Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in their care and expects everybody working for the organisation to share this commitment. To this end any offer of employment will be subject to safer recruitment checks and clearances.The successful candidate will be required to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check as part of the Trust's safer recruitment procedures. This requirement applies irrespective of any existing DBS certificate held through the DBS Update Service.

Oak Learning Partnership

Our trust is cross phase and consists of primary, special, and secondary schools. We have a vision to transform lives through a highly inclusive approach.

‘Inclusion is at the heart of our trust’

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

JD PS - Teaching Assistant - Level 2 - 4 12 25.pdf - 701 KB (opens in new tab)

Elms Bank work with us.pdf - 813 KB (opens in new tab)

About Elms Bank

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 11 to 19
• Size: 364 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 19
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Elms Bank website
• Email address: enquiries@elmsbank.oaklp.co.uk
• Phone number: 0161 766 1597
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/elms-bank

Arranging a visit to Elms Bank

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email enquiries@elmsbank.oaklp.co.uk.

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