Secondary Teaching Assistant - Part-Time (3 Days)

Prospero Teaching; Rochdale; On-site; GBP 14,332 - 19,110; Part time

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is seeking a dedicated Secondary Teaching Assistant for a part-time, permanent role in Rochdale. Working Wednesday to Friday, you will provide one-to-one and small group support to secondary-age students and help them access GCSE and entry-level content.

You will assist in implementing IEPs and EHCP targets, support SEMH needs, and work closely with teachers, families and external agencies to raise attainment and confidence.

Qualifications

• SEND experience within a setting with mainstream peers.
• Ability to support GCSE or entry-level curriculum delivery.
• Calm, empathetic and proactive approach to SEMH needs.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Qualification in support, care or education desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small group support to secondary-age students.
• Support access to GCSE and entry-level curriculum content alongside mainstream peers.
• Help implement IEPs and EHCP targets.
• Support students' SEMH needs.
• Work closely with teaching staff, families, and external agencies.

Skills

SEND experience

Communication skills

Empathetic approach

Relationship-building

Education

Support/education qualification (desirable)

Job description

Secondary Teaching Assistant – Part‑Time (3 Days)

Area: Rochdale, Greater Manchester

Start Date: Tuesday 1st September 2026

Contract Type: Part‑time, Permanent (Wednesday, Thursday, Friday)

Salary: £315 – £420 per week (dependent on experience and responsibilities)

Working Hours: Wednesday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm

What you'll do

• Provide one-to-one and small group support to secondary-age students
• Support access to GCSE and entry-level curriculum content alongside mainstream peers
• Help implement individual education plans (IEPs) and EHCP targets
• Support students' social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs
• Work closely with teaching staff, families, and external agencies

What we're looking for

• SEND experience, ideally within a setting integrating students with mainstream peers
• Confidence supporting GCSE or entry-level curriculum delivery
• A calm, empathetic, and proactive approach to SEMH needs
• Strong communication and relationship‑building skills
• A relevant qualification in support, care, or education is desirable but not essential

To be eligible you must

• Hold the Right to Work in the UK
• Have an enhanced child barred list DBS on the update service (or be willing to apply)
• Provide two professional references (child-related preferred)