SEN Teaching Assistant - Nurture Unit

We are seeking a dedicated and proactive SEN Teaching Assistant to join the nurture unit of a welcoming secondary school in Oldham. This full-time role offers the opportunity to make a real difference by providing tailored support to students who need it most.

The Role:

• Work 1:1 with students, offering emotional, social, and academic support

• Assist in creating a safe, nurturing learning environment

• Get actively involved in lessons and school life

• Support the class teacher with interventions and behaviour management

• Encourage independence and positive engagement from students

Requirements:

• Experience supporting children or young people with additional needs (ideally in a school or nurture setting)

• Strong communication and relationship-building skills

• A proactive, “hands-on” approach with the ability to engage and motivate

• Patience, resilience, and a genuine passion for supporting students’ progress

What’s on Offer:

• Full-time hours (8:00am – 4:00pm)

• The chance to work within a supportive nurture provision

If you’re enthusiastic, committed, and ready to get stuck in, we’d love to hear from you.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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