SEND Teaching Assistant

Stockport Council; Stockport; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Hursthead Infant School is seeking a passionate Teaching Assistant to join their dedicated staff team. The role is key in supporting children's learning and well-being, ensuring high-quality care in a nurturing environment. Candidates will be part of a committed whole school community focused on professional development and child-centered learning.

Benefits

Commitment to professional development

Supportive and friendly staff environment

Nurturing ethos

Qualifications

• Committed and talented individual.
• Experience in a nurturing environment is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Support children's learning and well-being.
• Ensure safety and care for pupils.
• Deliver a stimulating curriculum tailored to individual needs.

Skills

Passion for supporting children’s learning

Teamwork

Job description

Teaching Assistant required with effect from 1 September 2025.

30 hours per week, term time only.

The Governing Board of Hursthead Infant School is seeking to appoint a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our supportive and hardworking staff team.

We are looking for a committed and talented individual who is passionate about supporting children’s learning and well-being. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring all pupils receive high-quality care, are kept safe, and experience a rich and stimulating curriculum tailored to their individual needs.

In return, we offer:

• A happy school environment with a nurturing ethos centered on ‘We care, we learn, we belong’
• Friendly, motivated, and caring children who are keen to learn
• A clear commitment to professional development for all staff
• A supportive, hardworking, and friendly staff team committed to providing the best for our children
• A successful, happy, and forward-thinking whole school community

All applications must be completed on the provided application form, in Word document format only.

Hursthead Infant School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.

The appointment of the successful candidate will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, proof of right to work in the UK, verification of all qualifications, and references obtained prior to the interview.

Closing date: Monday 2nd June 2025

Interviews: Monday 16th June 2025