SEND Teaching Assistant: Nurture Minds, Build Confidence

Prospero Teaching; Oldham; On-site; GBP 1,242,000 - 1,656,000; Full time

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is recruiting a Teaching Assistant for an Oldham-based school in Greater Manchester. The role is full-time, term-time, permanent, with a start date of Monday 5th October 2026 or ASAP.

Salary ranges £525–£700 per week, dependent on experience, with hours 8:30am–3:30pm, Monday to Friday. You will support pupils with special educational needs, delivering tailored support to help access the curriculum and develop confidence in a nurturing and inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting or mentoring children or young people.
• Good literacy and numeracy skills (GCSE Maths & English or equivalent).
• Patience, approachability and ability to build positive relationships.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils in the classroom, 1:1 or with small groups.
• Help deliver engaging lessons under the guidance of the class teacher.
• Assist pupils with additional needs, promoting confidence, communication, and positive behaviour.
• Provide encouragement and motivation in class, during activities, or on the playground.
• Act as a reliable adult role model, supporting pupils' social and emotional development.

Skills

Experience with children

Patience

Strong communication

Positive behaviour support

Education

GCSE Maths

GCSE English

Job description

Prospero Teaching is recruiting a Teaching Assistant for an Oldham-based school in Greater Manchester. The role is full-time, term-time, permanent, with a start date of Monday 5th October 2026 or ASAP.

Salary ranges £525–£700 per week, dependent on experience, with hours 8:30am–3:30pm, Monday to Friday. You will support pupils with special educational needs, delivering tailored support to help access the curriculum and develop confidence in a nurturing and inclusive environment.