Teaching Assistant Level 2 – Supporting children with complex needs
University Collegiate School · Bolton · Bolton
Job description
Your Mission:
- Support amazing students with complex needs to navigate school life like absolute legends
- Turn everyday learning into engaging, confidence-building experiences
- Work alongside a team of passionate staff who believe in making a real difference
- Be the calm in the chaos, the encourager of effort, and the master of patience
- Spot the wins others might miss — because sometimes the smallest steps are the biggest triumphs
We’re Looking for Someone Who:
- Has a big heart, a sense of humour, and resilience to match
- Understands (or is eager to learn about) supporting young people with complex needs
- Can adapt, improvise, and think on their feet (bonus points if you can also locate missing pencils at speed)
- Believes in kindness, consistency, and the power of connection
- Knows that no two days are the same—and that’s all part of the magic
- Warm, patient and resilient
- Creative in their approach to learning and support
- Passionate about inclusion and student wellbeing
- A strong team player with excellent communication skills
- Experienced in SEND (desirable but not essential)
What You’ll Get:
- A purpose-driven role where every day matters
- A supportive, friendly school community
- Opportunities for training, development, and personal growth
- The chance to genuinely change lives (no exaggeration here)
- Plenty of “you made a difference today” moments
- A wellness day - an additional days leave to support your wellbeing
- See our benefits brochure for further details.
In a nutshell:
This isn’t just a job. It’s a chance to be someone’s steady support, biggest cheerleader, and trusted guide.
📢 Ready to make an impact in Bolton?
Apply now and bring your energy, empathy, and enthusiasm to University Collegiate School—we can’t wait to meet you.
Applications are handled on Teaching Vacancies (GOV.UK).
About this school
University Collegiate School
University technical college · Secondary · Ages 11–19
- Pupils
- 604
- Avg teacher salary
- £45,487
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 16.8:1
- Academy trust
- QUEST (A CHURCH OF ENGLAND SCHOOLS TRUST)
Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25
View full school profileOfsted rating key
Not rated= no current Ofsted judgement — typically a new school, a recently-converted academy not yet inspected, or a school type Ofsted doesn’t grade.
Location
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Bolton, Bolton, BL3 5AG
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- £21,013.34 - £21,345.42 Annually (FTE) Pay Award Pending
- Contract
- Permanent
- Working pattern
- Full time
- Posted
- 18 June 2026
- Closing date
- 2 July 2026
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