Entry-Level Teaching Assistant (Special School)

Bury Council; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Inclusive work environment

Job summary

Millwood School is seeking conscientious and hardworking teaching assistants (level 1) to join an outstanding, inclusive special school for children with significant educational needs. The role offers a robust induction, specialist facilities, and a supportive environment where staff are valued.

Shortlisting is scheduled for 23 September 2026 with interviews on 28 September 2026. Millwood emphasises safeguarding and staff welfare within a nurturing culture.

Qualifications

• Warm, supportive, resilient and nurturing approach to all pupils.
• Ability to work across the school within a team under teacher guidance.

Responsibilities

• Be warm, supportive, resilient and nurturing, demonstrating unconditional positive regard to all pupils.
• Be hardworking, organised and creative.
• Be committed to creating a safe and fun environment for children to learn and develop.
• Demonstrate the ability to implement programmes of study and individual learning objectives; support therapy programmes for communication and physical development; implement individual behaviour plans.

Skills

Pupil support

Teamwork

Education

Level 1 Teaching Assistant

Job description

Millwood School is seeking conscientious and hardworking teaching assistants (level 1) to join an outstanding, inclusive special school for children with significant educational needs. The role offers a robust induction, specialist facilities, and a supportive environment where staff are valued.

Shortlisting is scheduled for 23 September 2026 with interviews on 28 September 2026. Millwood emphasises safeguarding and staff welfare within a nurturing culture.