Job Description

Position



Teaching Assistant Level 3 plus SNA 1 Allowance


2x Full Time Permanent



Scale



2C pt 14-18 plus SNA 1



Required



January 2026 or as soon as possible



Hours



32.5hrs per week



Location



Springwood Primary School, Barton Road, Swinton, M27 5LP



Tel Number



0161 778 0022



Email

springwood.hr@thelinkeducationtrust.co.uk

Closing Date

27

th

November 2025

Shortlisting Date

28

th

November 2025

Interviews

5

th

December 2025

School Viewing



19th November 2025 9:30am - email

springwood.hr@thelinkeducationtrust.co.uk

to book on



We are seeking to appoint a number of Level 3 Teaching Assistants to join our team based at our

Swinton site

.



Springwood is a large primary age Special School (375 pupils aged 5 11) based over a number of sites, which caters for pupils with moderate, severe and complex needs.


Springwood is part of the Link Education Trust.



At Springwood Primary School we are constantly striving to create the best learning opportunities for every pupil.





This is an exciting opportunity to join a large and lively school and be part of its future developments.





Applicants should beable to demonstrate how they meet the following essential criteria:

Are you interested in supporting primary age children with complex needs to achieve their potential? Will you ensure that all our pupils are included and supported to develop whatever their special educational needs or behaviour challenges? Can you work as part of a team to provide an appropriate learning environment for our pupils? Do you want to learn new skills and participate in your own professional development? Previous experience of working with young people of school age who may present with challenging behaviour and complex needs, preferably within an educational setting. Are you ready to develop your skills and expertise to lead groups of pupils? Do you have the drive to develop your skills and expertise in a nominated area of specialist communication?

Shortlisted candidates will be invited into school to undertake a rigorous recruitment process which may include a range of tasks and an interview.





Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The posts are subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure, together with appropriate HR clearances.



Please note shortlisted candidates references will be requested prior to interview

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