Secondary School Teaching Assistant – SEND Specialist

Teaching Personnel; Oldham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel in Oldham and Rochdale is recruiting Teaching Assistants to support both primary and secondary schools. Roles involve assisting with classroom learning, supporting students with SEND, and helping create an inclusive environment. We welcome candidates from education, youth work, care or SEN support backgrounds who are patient, reliable, and ready to travel to local schools. Immediate vacancies available.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated commitment to helping students overcome barriers to learning.
• Experience in education, youth work, care, or SEN support is advantageous but not essential.
• Ability to work well in a school team.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and small-group support to students who require additional assistance.
• Support pupils with SEND within the classroom.
• Help teachers create an engaging and inclusive learning environment.
• Encourage student confidence, independence and participation.
• Assist with behaviour management and promote positive classroom relationships.
• Monitor progress and communicate effectively with teaching staff.

Skills

Patience

Communication skills

Relationship building

Teamwork

Organisational skills

Flexibility & reliability

Travel within Oldham/Rochdale area

Job description

Teaching Personnel in Oldham and Rochdale is recruiting Teaching Assistants to support both primary and secondary schools. Roles involve assisting with classroom learning, supporting students with SEND, and helping create an inclusive environment. We welcome candidates from education, youth work, care or SEN support backgrounds who are patient, reliable, and ready to travel to local schools. Immediate vacancies available.