Teaching Assistant

Kingsway Park High; Milnrow; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training & development

Employee benefits

Cycle to Work

Wellbeing support

Job summary

KINGSWAY PARK HIGH invites applications for a Teaching Assistant to join our inclusive school community. You will work alongside teachers and our SEND team to help students access learning, develop confidence and reach their potential.

We welcome applicants from experienced Teaching Assistants or those with transferable skills from youth work, care or mentoring. This role supports safeguarding and student wellbeing within Altus Education Partnership.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths at grade 4/C or above or equivalent.
• Experience of working with young people is desirable.
• Able to build positive relationships with students, families and colleagues.
• Committed to safeguarding and student wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Support students with a range of needs to access learning and develop confidence.
• Collaborate with teachers and SEND team to support inclusion.

Skills

GCSE English and Maths

Engaging young people

Relationship building

Patience and resilience

Safeguarding awareness

Job description

About this Role

Are you passionate about helping young people succeed?

Kingsway Park High School is looking for a caring, enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our successful and inclusive school community.

Working alongside teachers and our SEND team, you will support students with a range of additional needs, helping them to access learning, develop confidence and achieve their full potential. This role would suit experienced Teaching Assistants, but we also welcome applications from people with transferable skills from youth work, care, mentoring, primary education or similar roles.

At Kingsway Park High School, you'll be part of a diverse and ambitious school serving around 1,350 students. We are proud of our inclusive ethos and our commitment to ensuring that every young person feels valued, supported and able to succeed.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has GCSE English and Maths (Grade 4/C or above or equivalent)
• Enjoys working with young people and supporting their development
• Can build positive relationships with students, families and colleagues
• Is patient, resilient and committed to inclusion
• Shares our commitment to safeguarding and student wellbeing

Why join us?

• A supportive and welcoming team
• High-quality training and professional development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Access to employee benefits and wellbeing support
• Opportunities to develop your career within Altus Education Partnership

Closing Date: Sunday 1 November 2026, 23:59

Interview Date: Monday 9 November 2026

Altus Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

In accordance with the recommendations set out in KCSIE, the Trust carries out online searches on shortlisted candidates and may contact references prior to interview.

Safeguarding Statement

Altus Education Partnership are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Altus Education Partnership ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.

Applicants are informed that if appointed to this post their contract of employment will be with the school governing board who is the employer, and not Rochdale Council.

Supporting Documents

Application Pack