At a Glance
- Tasks: Support primary age children with complex needs to help them achieve their potential.
- Company: Springwood Primary School, dedicated to providing quality education for pupils with SEND.
- Benefits: Permanent position with opportunities for professional development and skill enhancement.
- Other info: Join a supportive team in a dynamic environment focused on safeguarding and welfare.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while growing your own skills.
- Qualifications: Experience with young people, especially those with challenging behaviour and complex needs.
The predicted salary is between 31650 - 40000 £ per year.
About the School
At Springwood Primary School we are constantly striving to create the best learning opportunities for every pupil. We aim to provide a specialist, high quality, relevant and balanced education for pupils with SEND aged 5-11. We are seeking to appoint a number of Level 1 Teaching Assistants to join our ever-expanding team on a permanent basis. Springwood is a large primary age special school (380 pupils aged 5-11) based over five sites, which caters for pupils with moderate, severe and complex needs.
Applicants Should be:
- Interested in supporting primary age children with complex needs to achieve their potential.
- Committed to ensuring that all our pupils are included and supported to develop whatever their special educational needs or behaviour challenges.
- Able to work as part of a team to provide an appropriate learning environment for our pupils.
- Eager 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.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited into school to undertake a class based task, an ICT task and a panel interview.
Closing date: Thursday 25th June 2026
Interview date: Friday 3rd July 2026
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. This post is subject to a fully enhanced DBS check. References may be requested prior to interview for shortlisted candidates only.
Teaching Assistant Level 1 in Salford employer: Springwood Primary (Craig Hall Site)
Springwood Primary School is an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment for both staff and pupils. With a strong commitment to professional development, we offer our Teaching Assistants the opportunity to grow their skills while making a meaningful impact on the lives of children with special educational needs. Our collaborative work culture, combined with the chance to be part of a passionate team across five sites, makes Springwood a rewarding place to build your career in education.
Contact Details:
Springwood Primary (Craig Hall Site) Recruitment Team
