Job Description

Grade: Grade 2 (SCP 3-4)

Contract Type: Fixed Term (31st August 2030)

Hours: 32.5 Hours per week

Working Pattern: Term Time Only

Actual Salary: 18,650.42 - 18,943.01

Interview Date: Tuesday 23

rd

September 2025

About Us:

St. Luke's CE Primary is a vibrant and inclusive primary school recently rated Outstanding by Ofsted in all areas. We are proud of our nurturing environment, high standards, and commitment to providing the best outcomes for all pupils.

The Role:

We are seeking a caring and dedicated Teaching Assistant (Level 1) to provide 1:1 support for a child with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). The successful candidate will work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to support the child's individual needs, helping them access learning and thrive within our school community.

Key Responsibilities:

Support the learning and development of a child with additional needs as outlined in their EHCP Work collaboratively with teaching staff and external professionals Assist with implementing strategies and interventions to support the child's educational, social, and emotional progress Monitor and record progress, contributing to reviews and meetings as required Promote inclusion and encourage positive engagement with peers and learning

We are looking for someone who:

Has experience or enthusiasm for working with children with SEND Demonstrates patience, empathy, and a calm approach Can work well as part of a team Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children Is reliable, flexible, and enthusiastic

We offer:

A supportive and experienced team High-quality training and professional development A welcoming school community Opportunities to make a real difference in a child's life

The post is for KS1 to

start Monday 3

rd

November

. There is the possibility of additional hours working in afterschool club.


To apply for this position please download the application form and supporting documentation and send completed applications to

office@stlukesceprimary.co.uk

by 11:59pm on

Thursday 18

th

September.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.



Appointment to this post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring and background check





The ability to converse at ease with customers and service users and provide advice in accurate spoken English is an essential requirement of this post.



Applicants are advised that by applying for this position they are declaring that they are not subject to any immigration controls or restrictions that prohibit them undertaking work in the UK, and that they are able to provide proof of their Right to Work in the UK if they are invited to attend an interview.



The school will carry out an online search as part of their due-diligence for all shortlisted candidates in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024.

The post is a fixed term contract linked to specific external funding by Rochdale Council to support a child with an EHCP for the duration of the time they are at St. Luke's until 31

st

August 2030.