Teaching Assistant

SEN Secondary School Teaching Assistant – Oldham

We are recruiting a committed and resilient SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils in a specialist secondary school setting in Oldham. This role focuses on helping young people with additional needs engage with learning, regulate emotions and develop independence.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide tailored 1:1 and small-group support across a range of subjects

• Support pupils with ASD, SEMH, communication needs, sensory needs or cognitive difficulties

• Promote positive behaviour, emotional regulation and engagement in learning

• Assist teachers with adapting lessons and resources to meet individual needs

• Support EHCP outcomes, personal learning targets and transition planning

• Encourage independence, self-esteem and social skills

• Maintain clear records, observations and safeguarding information

Essential Requirements

• Experience supporting children or young people, ideally in SEN or secondary settings

• A patient, consistent and confident approach to behaviour support

• Full availability during the school week

• Strong understanding of safeguarding and professional boundaries

• Ability to work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs and support staff

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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