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Teaching Assistant Level 1 SEND

Bolton Council
Pay 23,893 - 25,979 pro rata
Location Bolton
Contract time Part time, contract

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About Bolton Council

Bolton Council is a local authority. They oversee local services.

Job description from Bolton Council

Teaching Assistant Level 1 SEND

Term Time working 19.5 hours a week (Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday)

Grade D SCP 6 23,893 to SCP 11 25,979 pro rata

Start date ASAP fixed term contract until 31/08/2025, maybe extended




Thomasson Memorial School is a school for deaf children aged 2-16. Our staff are dedicated to the wellbeing and progress of all pupils. We work as a team to ensure our pupils are able to achieve their full potential.


We require a Teaching Assistant who is enthusiastic, hard-working and able to use their own initiative, in addition to having a friendly and positive attitude which will enable them to fit in with our dedicated staff.


We are looking for a highly motivated and flexible person who has British Sign Language as a first language or has BSL Level 6, to join our amazing team.

What we can offer you


  • the opportunity to work with inspirational pupils
  • a challenging and rewarding opportunity
  • friendly, motivated, committed and highly skilled staff
  • opportunities to develop your skills and experience
  • The opportunity to be part of a caring, dedicated and hard-working team
  • A high level of commitment from governors, staff and parents


This post is subject to an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Thomasson is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.


All applications to be returned to Mrs K Driver, School Business Manager, at driverk@thomasson.bolton.sch.uk


Please note CVs are not accepted.


Closing date for applications: Monday 14th October 2024



Job insights from Breakroom

Teaching assistants

Teaching assistants support teachers and help children with their educational needs

What you’ll do as a teaching assistant:

  • Support teachers in the classroom
  • Support children with their educational needs
  • Be responsible for the health and safety of children
  • Listen, support and teach children

Is it right for you?

This job may involve:

  • Standing
  • Sitting
  • Physical activities
  • Using a computer
  • Emotionally demanding duties

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What employees say

Hours and flexibility

    Okay
  • Some people find it hard to take sick leave

    How easy is it for teaching assistants to take sick leave at Bolton Council?

    Some people find it hard to take sick leave.

    How we know this

    40% of people report that it’s hard to take time off if they are sick.

    Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2022 and February 2024.

    Why this matters

    Everyone gets sick sometimes. You should be able to take time off when you need to.

    A good job should support you when you’re unwell and have systems in place that will allow you to take time off to recover when you need it.

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What Bolton Council employees say about their job

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    Job satisfaction

    Worst thing

    Unrealistic demands, work load, and stress

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  • Best thing

    I love looking after people

    Worst thing

    It's stressful and tiring

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    My team.

    Worst thing

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    My colleagues

    Worst thing

    High case load

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    Bolton Council Social worker, April 2021

  • Best thing

    Pay annual leave entitlement sick pay

    Worst thing

    Bad management

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  • Best thing

    Teaching the children.

    Worst thing

    Stress and anxiety caused by work load.

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    Like family

    Worst thing

    Not even hours

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