At a Glance
- Tasks: Support students with special educational needs and lead literacy interventions.
- Company: Join the vibrant community at Lostock High School, dedicated to student success.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development opportunities, and a supportive team environment.
- Other info: Dynamic SEND department with excellent career growth and training opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives and help them achieve their potential.
- Qualifications: L3 Teaching Assistant Qualification or equivalent; passion for education and student support.
The predicted salary is between 26159 - 31972 £ per year.
Start Date - As soon as possible
Band 4 Scale 12 – 17 (Full time equivalent: £29,542 - £32,046)
Actual salary: £25,410 - £27,563
Working Hours - 08.00 – 16.00 (36.25 hours per week)
Permanent
There has never been a better time to join Lostock High School. We are determined that Lostock High will continue to develop as a popular school of choice for our community. Our SEND department has a history of outstanding care and high expectations. We pride ourselves on engaging pupils, making learning exciting and rewarding, and on our tenacity. You will join a strong team of individuals who are committed to improving life chances for young people, and who believe in preparing pupils not just for exams, but for life.
We want all of our students to achieve their potential and we make sure that there are no limitations or barriers to reaching the highest possible standards of academic, social and personal development.
We wish to appoint an outstanding L3 Teaching Assistant with the passion and experience to lead interventions helping to raise numeracy standards and close the gaps between SEND and non-SEND students. You will join our highly regarded SEND team providing support for students with special educational needs throughout their curriculum experience. The SEND department is dynamic and forward thinking, and eager to see pupils succeed. We have a high proportion of children with additional needs and need a determined ambassador for these young people and their families.
This role is ideal for applicants who have already achieved their L3 Teaching Assistant Qualification (or equivalent) however we offer the opportunity for the required qualification to be gained in post via the Apprenticeship Levy scheme.
We are looking for commitment to improving life chances for young people, as well as commitment to your own professional development. You will be well supported by the SENDCo, Head of Departments and Senior Leadership Team who are focused on teaching and learning, and by a comprehensive programme of induction and training to ensure your individual needs are met. Our school is a lively and exciting place to work. We truly live by our motto of Inspire, Transform, Succeed.
We are totally dedicated to providing the very best opportunities for our students to ensure that we inspire confidence, transform learning and succeed to compete with the best.
Unfortunately, we are currently unable to offer overseas visa sponsorship.
We welcome the opportunity to show prospective candidates around our school ahead of application. If you would like to join us on a tour, please contact Sarah Buckley (Headteacher’s PA) 0161 864 5709 / sbuckley@lostock.trafford.sch.uk
To allow us to compare candidates fairly, applications will only be considered from individual applicants on our standard application form, not via CV alone or agencies.
Lostock High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). All appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS check including Children’s barred list check and satisfactory references, including your suitability to work with children. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs. An online search may be performed on shortlisted applicants in accordance with the school’s safeguarding procedures and Keeping Children Safe in Education statutory guidance. All shortlisted applicants will be required to complete a form for self-disclosure of cautions and convictions.
Closing Date - Friday 18 September 2026 at 8am
Interview Date - To be confirmed
Please note that should we receive a suitable number of applications prior to this closing date we may bring this date forward.
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