Entry Level SEND Teaching Assistant

Prospero Teaching; Oldham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency for educators is looking for an Entry level SEND Teaching Assistant in Oldham. The role involves providing tailored support for children with special educational needs in a nurturing environment. Requirements include experience in supporting SEND, strong communication skills, and a relevant qualification. This full-time position offers a competitive salary, and includes supportive team collaboration. Candidates must have the legal right to work in the UK and a DBS certificate.

Qualifications

• Experience in a school or care setting with SEND children mandatory.
• Must hold Right to Work in the UK.
• Enhanced child barred list DBS certificate required.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with EHCPs.
• Assist with lesson delivery and behavior support.
• Promote emotional regulation and positive routines.

Skills

Experience supporting children with SEND

Strong communication skills

Calm and proactive approach

Understanding of Autism and SEND

Education

Relevant TA qualification

Job description

Entry level SEND Teaching Assistant

• Location: Oldham, Greater Manchester
• Start Date: Immediate
• Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
• Salary: £525 - £600 per week / Competitive
• Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm

Are you a nurturing and resilient Teaching Assistant with a passion for supporting children with special educational needs (SEN)? We are working with a warm, inclusive specialist setting in Oldham that is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join their supportive team and make a meaningful difference in the lives of their pupils. PLEASE NOTE: Previous school based experience is compulsory for this role.

About the role:

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with EHCPs and additional needs.
• Assist the class teacher with lesson delivery, behaviour support, and tailored interventions.
• Promote emotional regulation, independence, and positive routines throughout the school day.
• Contribute to progress tracking and communicate regularly with the wider support team.

What We're Looking For:

• Experience supporting children with SEND (in a school or care setting).
• Strong communication skills and the ability to engage effectively.
• A calm, compassionate, and proactive approach.
• Strong understanding of Autism and SEND.
• A relevant TA qualification.

To be eligible you must:

• Hold Right to Work in the UK.
• Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service OR be willing to process a new application.
• Provide two professional child related references.

💬 Want to make a genuine impact in a rewarding SEN setting? Apply today!

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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