Level 2 SEND Teaching Assistant (Visual Impairment) NEW Thomasson Memorial School and Sensory S[...]

Bolton Gin Company; Bolton; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational support service in Bolton is seeking a passionate Level 2 SEND Teaching Assistant to join their team. This position primarily involves working with pupils with visual impairments, helping them achieve their potential in a supportive environment. The role requires a motivated individual who can work flexibly across various sites. Salary ranges from £21,167 to £23,333 for 32.5 hours a week during term time, with opportunities for development. Applications are to be submitted by 12th January 2026.

Benefits

Opportunity to work with inspirational pupils

Support from qualified teachers

Challenging and rewarding role

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with visual impairments is preferred.
• Highly motivated and flexible to adapt to changing needs.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with visual impairments and additional needs.
• Contribute to the wellbeing and progress of all pupils.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff and other support staff.

Skills

Motivation

Flexibility

Teamwork

Job description

Thomasson Memorial Sensory Support Service
Level 2 SEND Teaching Assistant (Visual Impairment)
Fixed term role (fixed until 31.08.26)
Term Time Plus 5 INSET days
Grade E £28,142 to £31,022
Actual salary: £21,167 to £23,333
32.5 hours a week Start Date ASAP

Thomasson Memorial Sensory Support Service provides highly effective support for pupils with a visual impairment, including pupils with additional needs, in a range of settings. Our staff are dedicated to the wellbeing and progress of all pupils. We work as a team to ensure the pupils are able to achieve their full potential, working in partnership with the school they attend.

We are looking for a highly motivated and flexible SEND teaching assistant to join our team. The role will be primarily based at Sharples Primary School, but flexibility across sites is necessary.

What we can offer you:

• the opportunity to work with some inspirational pupils
• a challenging and rewarding opportunity
• friendly, motivated, committed and highly skilled staff
• opportunities to develop your skills and experience in a specialist support role
• support provided by Qualified Teachers of the Visually Impaired

This post is subject to an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Thomasson is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

All applications to be returned to Mrs K Driver, School Business Manager, at [e-mail]

Please note CVs are not accepted.
Closing date for applications: Monday 12th January 2026
Interviews: week commencing Monday 12th January 2026

Supporting Documents

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