Teaching Assistant Level 2 – Supporting children with complex needs

University Collegiate School, Bolton, Greater Manchester, BL3 5AG

14 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  1st September 2026

• Closing date

  2 July 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  18 June 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £23,566.00 Annually (FTE) Pay Award Pending

Teaching Assistant Level 2 – Supporting children with complex needs job summary

Your Mission:

• Support amazing students with complex needs to navigate school life like absolute legends
• Turn everyday learning into engaging, confidence-building experiences
• Work alongside a team of passionate staff who believe in making a real difference
• Be the calm in the chaos, the encourager of effort, and the master of patience
• Spot the wins others might miss — because sometimes the smallest steps are the biggest triumphs

We’re Looking for Someone Who:

• Has a big heart, a sense of humour, and resilience to match
• Understands (or is eager to learn about) supporting young people with complex needs
• Can adapt, improvise, and think on their feet (bonus points if you can also locate missing pencils at speed)
• Believes in kindness, consistency, and the power of connection
• Knows that no two days are the same—and that’s all part of the magic
• Warm, patient and resilient

• Creative in their approach to learning and support
• Passionate about inclusion and student wellbeing
• A strong team player with excellent communication skills
• Experienced in SEND (desirable but not essential)

What You’ll Get:

• A purpose-driven role where every day matters
• A supportive, friendly school community
• Opportunities for training, development, and personal growth
• The chance to genuinely change lives (no exaggeration here)
• Plenty of “you made a difference today” moments
• A wellness day - an additional days leave to support your wellbeing
• See our benefits brochure for further details.

In a nutshell:

This isn’t just a job. It’s a chance to be someone’s steady support, biggest cheerleader, and trusted guide.

📢 Ready to make an impact in Bolton?

Apply now and bring your energy, empathy, and enthusiasm to University Collegiate School—we can’t wait to meet you.

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

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About University Collegiate School

• School type: Free School, ages 11 to 19
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 604 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 19
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: University Collegiate School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/university-collegiate-school

Join the University Collegiate School – Shape the Future of Education!

Are you a passionate and visionary curriculum leader ready to make a lasting impact? UCS invites you to become a key part of our vibrant family, leading curriculum development and embedding the unique UTC ethos across all key stages at University Collegiate School (UCS), Bolton. This is a rare opportunity to inspire young people from ages 11 to 19 within a Trust that values character, community, and academic excellence.

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