Teaching Assistant

Edgar Wood Academy; Heywood; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cycle to Work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Generous holiday entitlement

Job summary

Edgar Wood Academy, a modern secondary school serving Middleton and Heywood, invites applications for a Teaching Assistant. You will support students with a focus on SEND, helping learners access education and achieve success.

Join a friendly team in a new building with excellent facilities, access to professional development, and a comprehensive benefits package. A rewarding role for those committed to safeguarding and high expectations for pupils.

Qualifications

• At least 5 GCSEs including English and Maths.
• Experience working with children aged 11-16, ideally with SEND or behavioural needs.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• A flexible, resilient and collaborative approach.
• Commitment to safeguarding and high expectations for students.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside teachers to raise learning and attainment.
• Provide targeted support for students with SEND, reducing barriers to learning.
• Encourage independence, self-esteem and inclusion for all students.
• Lead small group interventions and offer mentoring support.
• Apply specialist knowledge (SEND, SEMH, literacy, numeracy) to make an impact.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Flexible

Collaborative

Safeguarding

Education

GCSEs (English & Maths)

Job description

Edgar Wood Academy is a modern, thriving secondary school serving the communities of Middleton and Heywood.

Opened in 2021 with state-of-the-art facilities, our mission is simple: to help every student realise their potential and thrive in all aspects of life.

Guided by our core values of Resilience, Empathy, Responsibility and Respect, we are proud to be part of the Altus Education Partnership.

We are seeking a committed and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our team.

This role is ideal for someone passionate about supporting young people, especially those with additional needs, to access learning and achieve success.

The Role

• Work alongside teachers and support staff to raise the learning and attainment of students.
• Provide targeted support for students with SEND, reducing barriers to learning.
• Encourage independence, self-esteem, and inclusion for all students.
• Lead small group interventions and offer mentoring support.
• Use your specialist knowledge (e.g. SEND, SEMH, literacy or numeracy) to make a meaningful impact.

What we are looking for:

• At least 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) including English and Maths.
• Experience of working with children aged 11-16, ideally with SEND or behavioural needs.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• A flexible, resilient and collaborative approach.
• Commitment to safeguarding, equality and high expectations for all students.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a friendly, ambitious and supportive team.
• Work in a new school building with excellent facilities.
• Access to high-quality professional development.
• Benefits package including Cycle to Work scheme, free Employee Assistance Programme, and generous holiday entitlement.

Application Deadline: 16th September 2026

Interviews: To be confirmed.

For more information, please contact Sophie Bailey (HR Officer) at [e-mail] or call 01706 769999.

Edgar Wood Academy and Altus Education Partnership are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.