At a Glance
- Tasks: Support students with emotional needs and enhance their learning experience.
- Company: Join a dedicated team at Newhouse Academy in a state-of-the-art building.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, health benefits, free gym access, and professional development.
- Other info: Opportunity to tour the new school and meet the leadership team.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while working in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Experience with emotional support and a passion for helping students succeed.
The predicted salary is between 26500 - 31000 £ per year.
Newhouse Academy are seeking to recruit a Teaching and Learning Assistant - TA4 (SEMH) to join our dedicated, talented and expanding team on a temporary contract. We have a brand new, state of art building which houses Aspire (our SEN department), Science, Music, Performing Arts, Technology, and PE. Newhouse Academy strives for ‘high expectations in all that we do’ and the successful candidate will be committed to helping us achieve this.
In return, we offer:
- Membership of the Greater Manchester Pension Fund (GMPF)
- Funded CPD for nationally recognised qualifications
- An optional package of health benefits from Simply Health which includes GP appointments, money back for eye tests, prescriptions and more.
- Free use of brand new gym facilities
- Free staff car parking
We are looking for a candidate who:
- Has previous experience working with students in an emotional setting.
- Has a real desire to help our students achieve all that they can
- Demonstrates a flexible approach to their duties
- Is confident and proactive
- Enjoys working as a team
- Has excellent organisational skills
- Has values in line with the academy priorities of Aspiration, Integrity and Respect
We openly encourage you to make an appointment to come in and have a look round. The Assistant Headteacher & SENDCO, Hilary Lunn, is more than willing to meet you and talk through our journey and our vision for the future. Your visit would include a tour of the new school building. If you would like to arrange a visit, please email Rebekah Duffy at recruitment@newhouseacademy.co.uk.
Hours: 37 hours per week - TTO
Contract type: Temporary - Maternity cover
Start date: September 2026 (upon receipt of satisfactory pre-employment checks)
Closing date for applications: 28th June 2026
Newhouse Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults, children and young people, and expects all staff to share this commitment. Appointment to this post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring check.
Teaching Assistant employer: Hollingworth Learning Trust
Newhouse Academy is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and dynamic work environment within a brand new, state-of-the-art facility. With a strong commitment to professional development through funded CPD opportunities and a focus on employee well-being, including health benefits and access to gym facilities, we foster a culture of aspiration, integrity, and respect. Join our dedicated team and contribute to making a meaningful impact in the lives of our students while enjoying a fulfilling career in education.
Contact Details:
Hollingworth Learning Trust Recruitment Team
