We currently have a vacancy for an experienced, resilient and highly committed Level 3 Teaching Assistant to join the fantastic team at our secondary provision based in Failsworth.
Applicants should be able to demonstrate how they meet the following essential criteria:
- Sound experience of supporting young people who present with challenging behaviour and complex needs, preferably within an SEMH setting
- Experience of supporting young people to overcome barriers to their personal, social or learning development from a pastoral perspective
- Experience of intervening to support students in crisis or trauma by using either emotional or educational support
- A nurturing and empathetic approach to behaviour management
- The physical and emotional resilience to support pupils with SEMH, understanding that all behaviour is a form of communication
- Experience of supporting teaching and learning activities for students and providing support for the class teacher in the preparation and organisational processes involved in the day to day running of a lesson.
- Experience of delivering bespoke interventions to individuals or small groups of learners
- Experience of providing cover in the short-term absence of the class teacher
- Experience of monitoring and assessing student progress and engagement; and providing regular feedback to stakeholders
- Experience of working in partnership with classroom teachers to differentiate appropriate interventions for students in relation to the curriculum
- Experience of supervising students over lunch and break times as directed
- The ability to build relationships with students, families and key partners around the students
- The ability to work as part of a team using own initiative when needed
Salary & Benefits
Salary: NJC scale points 12-17: £29,542 - £32,046 per annum (full time equivalent)
Hours of work: 35 hours per week / Term time + 5 days (195 days)
Location
Spring Brook Upper School
Dean Street
Failsworth
Manchester
M35 0DQ
Closing Date: Friday 23rd October 2026 (9am)
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Level 3 Teaching Assistant (SEMH) in Manchester employer: New Bridge Group
New Bridge Multi-Academy Trust is an exceptional employer that prioritises the development of its staff and the well-being of its students. With a strong commitment to creating safe and inspiring learning environments, employees benefit from a collaborative work culture, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to make a meaningful impact in the community across Oldham, Tameside, and Rochdale.
