Teaching Assistant Level 2 - Cardinal Newman Catholic High School

Teaching Assistant Level 2 - Cardinal Newman Catholic High School The role

Cardinal Newman Catholic High School require a talented and enthusiastic Level 2 Teaching Assistant to join our vibrant, ambitious and caring school. We are looking for an outstanding candidate to enhance the learning of students who have a range of learning needs, with a particular focus on social, emotional and mental health issues. This is a fantastic opportunity for a highly motivated professional to join a very successful team.

This role is 32.50 per week, term time only, plus inset days.

The SEND department is a forward‑thinking department which strives to develop the inclusion, independence, and confidence of young people with additional needs. You will be joining a department of six teaching assistants, a Specialist Teacher and a SENCo.

The department work collaboratively with teaching staff, pastoral teams and external agencies to ensure students have access to high quality provision that supports their progress and unlocks their potential. The team offers a wide variety of intervention programmes and activities that address key areas of need and help students develop their skills, confidence, and attitudes to learning. The progress of the young person is monitored and reviewed regularly in line with the Plan, Do, Review cycle.

The department has excellent links with both primary schools and post‑16 providers to ensure continuity of support as students progress onto the next stage of their education.

The successful candidate will be able to work effectively as a member of a team, be well‑organised and efficient and have a calm and approachable disposition when dealing with students and staff. This exciting and rewarding role requires someone who is flexible, adaptable and who is also able to show initiative in the classroom and when working with groups and individual students.

Cardinal Newman Catholic High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Post is subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure and online checks.

Closing date for receipt of applications
:
Monday 23 February 2026

Interviews to be held
:
Tuesday 03 March 2026

Cardinal Newman Catholic High School, Bridgewater Avenue, Latchford, Warrington, WA4 1RX