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The Cambian Group; Tyldesley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Training & development

Wellbeing focused

Mentorship

Friendly team

DBS induction

Job summary

CareTech Community Services in Tyldesley is hiring a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support students with SEMH and communication needs. You will help students thrive academically and socially in a safe, nurturing environment.

You will work 1:1 or 2:1, assist with engaging activities, support teachers to maintain an organised classroom, and participate in DBS and safeguarding checks as part of our commitment to wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Supporting students' learning and social development inside and outside the classroom.
• Working 1:1 or 2:1 with students who need extra support.
• Helping to set up engaging activities tailored to each student’s needs.
• Supporting teachers to create a positive, organised, and inspiring classroom.
• Reacting to classroom situations with calm, constructive, and professional guidance.

Job description

Tyldesley school is looking for a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our team and help students thrive both academically and socially.

The school:

As an independent, DfE-registered, co-educational day school, we proudly provide specialised education for young people aged 11-19 with social, emotional, mental health (SEMH), and communication needs. Our mission is simple: to inspire each student to achieve their best through a sense of “belonging, engaging, and succeeding together.”

At Tyldesley School, we create a safe, nurturing environment where students feel valued and supported. Many of our students have had challenging educational experiences in the past, so we place a strong emphasis on rebuilding confidence and self-esteem.

What you will be doing:

• Supporting students learning and social development inside and outside the classroom.
• Working 1:1 or 2:1 with students who need extra support.
• Helping to set up engaging activities tailored to each student’s needs.
• Supporting teachers to create a positive, organised, and inspiring classroom environment.
• Reacting to classroom situations with calm, constructive, and professional guidance.
• Competitive salary and opportunities to grow in your career.
• Training and development – online or in person.
• Wellbeing-focused workplace – your wellbeing matters.
• Be part of a dedicated team with clear guidance and mentorship.
• Enjoy a friendly, family-like atmosphere with supportive management.
• Full induction, paid DBS, and the chance to progress with one of the UK’s.

We pride ourselves on being an Equal Opportunities Employer and we are committed to safeguarding and protecting the young people and service users within our care. All candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Check and reference checks.

We will conduct online searches of shortlisted candidates. This check will be part of a safeguarding check, and the search will purely be based on whether an individual is suitable to work with children. As care must be taken to avoid unconscious bias and any risk of discrimination a person who will not on the appointment panel will conduct the search and will only share information if and when findings are relevant and of concern.

CareTech Community Services are proud to inform you that they are a Disability Confident Leader.