Job Details

Location: Oldham, Greater Manchester
Pay: -92.59 - -110.24 per day
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Full-Time, Full Academic Year

A well-established Secondary SEN School in Oldham is seeking a committed and compassionate Teaching Assistant to support students with a range of additional learning needs throughout the 2026/27 academic year.

This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who are passionate about helping young people overcome barriers to learning and thrive both academically and personally. The school offers a supportive environment where staff work collaboratively to ensure every student receives the encouragement and guidance they need to succeed.

• Provide tailored support to pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)
• Assist teachers in delivering engaging and accessible lessons
• Support students on a one-to-one basis and in small intervention groups
• Encourage student participation, confidence and independence
• Help manage classroom behaviour through positive reinforcement strategies
• Build strong, trusting relationships with students to support their development and wellbeing
• Contribute to creating an inclusive and positive learning environment

The successful candidate will:

• Have experience supporting children or young people in an educational, care, youth work or support setting
• Demonstrate patience, resilience and a proactive attitude
• Be confident working with students with a range of SEN, including ASD, ADHD and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs
• Possess strong communication and teamwork skills
• Be committed to helping students achieve their individual goals
• Hold relevant qualifications or transferable experience (desirable but not essential)

• Competitive daily rates of -92.59 - -110.24
• Long-term, full-time opportunity for the entire academic year
• Gain valuable experience within a specialist SEN provision
• Work alongside experienced educational professionals
• Opportunity to make a lasting difference to the lives of young people
• Ongoing support from a dedicated education recruitment consultant

If you're looking for a rewarding role where every day brings the chance to positively impact a young person's future, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to be considered for this exciting SEN Teaching Assistant opportunity in Oldham for September 2026.