Teaching Assistant Level 3

Teaching Assistant Level 3

Firwood High School is a successful 11-19 special school meeting the needs of young people with complex learning difficulties. We are also part of the Woodbridge Trust working closely with Ladywood Primary Special School, Woodbridge SEND Services and our partner Woodbridge College our Post 19 provision.

Due to the rapid growth & expansion of our school and increasing student numbers, we are now seeking to appoint an outstanding Teaching Assistant Level 3 who is willing to ‘go the extra mile’ and is passionate about supporting student’s learning with a range of special educational needs.

Applicants should be enthusiastic about the development of their skills to work effectively with students with special educational needs and a desire to better their knowledge and understanding of an area within this forum.

We will offer you:

• A challenging yet rewarding working environment working with inspirational young people

• Professional development to support you in your career

• Hardworking, dedicated, professional and enthusiastic staff

• The benefits of working in an innovative and forward-thinking school

• Supportive leadership and real opportunities to develop as a leader

• A genuinely happy and caring place to work

• Strong links with the community

• High standard facilities

Contract: Permanent

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: Grade F, Point 17 – 23, £24,503 - £27,514 (actual salary dependent on continuous service)

Working Hours: 32.5 hrs per week, Term Time & 5 days (part time considered for the right candidate – must be able to commit to weekly CPD until 4:30pm on Wednesdays and class preparation until 4pm on Mondays)

Firwood is an exciting place to be and if you are a team player with a commitment to the highest quality provision for pupils with SEN then we would like to hear from you.

As a Trust we are committed to recognising and transferring your continuous service record if you are currently employed from within Bolton LA.

Closing Date for applications: Midnight Sunday 11th October 2026

Shortlisting: Week commencing 12th October 2026

Interviews, lesson observations and assessment: week commencing 19th October 2026

Informal visits to school are most welcome by arrangement with Helen Penketh. Please call on 01204 333044.

Woodbridge Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

All shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a self-declaration of their criminal record or any information that would make them unsuitable to work with children, we will also carry out an online search on shortlisted candidates to help identify any incidents or issues that are publicly available online. References will be sought prior to interview.

The successful applicant will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barred List check by the Disclosure and Barring Service, and Teacher Prohibition check where appropriate.

All offers of appointment will be conditional until satisfactory completion of the necessary pre-employment checks as specified in KCSIE 2026.

The Trust values the diversity of our workforce and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

Thank you for your interest and we welcome your application.