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Cover People is seeking a Level 3 Teaching Assistant to support Year 6 pupils in a vibrant primary school in South Manchester. This long-term opportunity involves delivering targeted SATs interventions and providing classroom support. Successful candidates will be proactive team players with strong communication skills and relevant qualifications, eager to impact students' educational journeys positively.
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Level 3 Teaching Assistant – Shape Young Minds in Year 6
Location: Oldham
Contract: Long-term opportunity
Competitive pay – Pay to Scale
Are you a confident and experienced Teaching Assistant ready to make a lasting impact in a vibrant Year 6 classroom? Cover People are working with a fantastic 2-form entry primary school in South Manchester that’s committed to excellence, community, and preparing pupils for their next educational chapter.
This is a brilliant opportunity to support children in their final year of primary education — helping them to grow academically and emotionally as they prepare for their SATs and transition to secondary school.
What You’ll Do
Deliver focused small group and 1:1 SATs interventions in reading, writing, and maths
Provide high-quality classroom support while working closely with the class teacher
Cover full classes as required, using your initiative and strong behaviour management skills
Support pupils’ emotional well-being during a key transitional year
Contribute to a positive, structured, and ambitious learning environment
Who You Are
Hold a Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent
Experienced in working within Year 6 and supporting pupils through SATs preparation
Confident managing whole class cover when needed
Strong communicator and a team player with a proactive approach
Able to provide an up-to-date CV with 10 years of employment history
Why Choose Cover People?
Competitive, pay-to-scale rates that recognise your skills
Free CPD including behaviour management and safeguarding
Personalised support from a friendly and experienced consultant
Access to our Refer a Friend scheme – earn up to £100 per referral