At a Glance
- Tasks: Support pupils with special educational needs in a nurturing classroom environment.
- Company: Join a supportive multi-academy trust dedicated to inclusion.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, term-time hours, and the chance to make a real difference.
- Other info: Great opportunity for personal growth and making lasting impacts.
- Why this job: Be a role model and help children achieve their full potential.
- Qualifications: Experience with children, good communication skills, and a positive attitude.
The predicted salary is between 22500 - 27500 £ per year.
Area: Oldham, Greater Manchester
Start Date: Monday 5th October 2026 or ASAP
Contract Type: Full-time, Term-time only (Permanent)
Salary: £525 - £700 per week (depending on experience)
Working hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm
About the School:
We are looking for a caring, resilient SEND Teaching Assistant to join one of our specialist schools within a supportive and inclusive multi-academy trust. This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated individual to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children with special educational needs. You will work closely with teachers and support staff to deliver tailored support, helping pupils access the curriculum, develop confidence, and achieve their full potential in a nurturing and inclusive environment.
About the Role as a Teaching Assistant:
- Support pupils in the classroom, working 1:1 or with small groups
- Help deliver engaging lessons under the guidance of the class teacher
- Assist pupils with additional needs, promoting confidence, communication, and positive behaviour
- Provide encouragement and motivation - in class, during activities, or on the playground
- Act as a reliable adult role model, supporting pupils' social and emotional development
What We're Looking For:
- Experience supporting or mentoring children or young people (school, youth work, sports coaching, volunteering or similar)
- Patient, approachable, and able to build positive relationships with pupils
- Good literacy and numeracy skills (GCSE Maths & English or equivalent)
- Calm under pressure with a positive outlook and sense of humour
- Committed to inclusion and helping every child succeed
To be eligible you must:
- Hold Right to Work in the UK
- Hold (or be willing to apply for) an Enhanced Child Barred List DBS registered with the Update Service
- Provide two professional child-related references
If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with a copy of your up to date CV. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and have passed all safeguarding/vetting checks with Prospero Teaching in order to fill this vacancy. Any adult working with children and vulnerable young people are responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of the children and young people.
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