SEN Teaching Assistant

TimePlan Education; Oldham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational organization in Oldham is searching for a compassionate Teaching Assistant to support children in a key stage 1 classroom. This role, starting in September 2025, offers a rewarding opportunity for experienced candidates passionate about helping children with additional needs. Benefits include competitive pay and access to online professional development.

Benefits

Competitive rates of pay

Access to FREE online CPD

Dedicated consultant for support

Diary and bookings app

Events to connect with professionals

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with SEN preferred.
• Nurturing and patient approach is essential.
• Willingness to obtain an enhanced DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Assist the class teacher in delivering tailored learning activities.
• Provide one-to-one or small-group support.
• Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Proactivity

Education

Enhanced DBS Check

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant

TimePlan Education is looking for a compassionate and dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a supportive school in Oldham. This role is to start in Sept 2025 and offers a rewarding opportunity to support children in a key stage 1 classroom.

The Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Assist the class teacher in delivering tailored learning activities
• Provide one-to-one or small-group support to help students reach their full potential
• Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment
• Work closely with teachers, parents, and external professionals to support student progress

The Ideal Candidate

• The successful candidate will have:
• Previous experience working with children with SEN (school-based experience preferred)
• A patient, nurturing, and proactive approach
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A passion for helping children overcome barriers to learning
• An enhanced DBS on the update service (or be willing to obtain one)

What We Offer

• Competitive rates of pay
• Access to FREE online CPD
• A dedicated consultant who will strive to find you your dream role
• Access to an app so you can organise your own diary and track your bookings
• Opportunities to connect with fellow teaching professionals through events like Christmas socials and more.

To apply, click the "Apply Now" button. Alternatively, you can contact our Manchester branch on (phone number removed) to speak with one of our dedicated consultants.

TimePlan Education Group Limited is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and is subject to a successful Enhanced Disclosure, Barring Service (DBS) check and two professional references.