Teaching Assistant Level 3

Rochdale Council; Heywood; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Heywood is seeking a Teaching Assistant Level 3+ to support Key Stage 2 to 4 learners with social emotional and mental health needs. The role involves working closely with the Class Teacher and helping students in small groups and occasionally covering whole classes. Candidates should have a GCSE in maths and English and a Level 3 qualification in teaching assistance or equivalent. The position is vital for providing a nurturing educational environment.

Qualifications

• GCSE in maths and English required.
• Level 3 qualification in teaching assistance or equivalent essential.
• Passion for working with children with SEMH needs.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering lessons to small groups.
• Provide whole class cover when needed.
• Support learners with social emotional and mental health needs.

Skills

Passion for supporting children with SEMH needs

Effective communication skills

Education

GCSE in maths and English (level 9-4 or level 2)

NQF/QCF/RQF level 3 qualification or level 3 teaching assistant apprenticeship

Job description

Interview Date: Week commencing 26th January 2026

Oak Haven School is a nurturing, inclusive, and specialist SEMH setting for Key Stage 2 to 4 learners with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs). Our mission is to provide a safe, empowering environment where every young person is supported to Empower, Heal, and Thrive.

Newly established in September 2025, we are now looking for a Teaching Assistant Level 3+ to join our team.

Working in partnership with the Class Teacher and fellow Teaching Assistants, the successful candidate will work with learners in small groups, and on occasions provide whole class cover, delivering lessons to a small class of learners with social emotional and mental health needs.

If you are passionate about supporting children with Social Emotional and Mental Health needs in a nurturing environment, we would be excited to hear from you.

Visits to school are warmly encouraged by appointment.

Responsibilities

Working in partnership with the Class Teacher and fellow Teaching Assistants, the successful candidate will work with learners in small groups, and on occasions provide whole class cover, delivering lessons to a small class of learners with social emotional and mental health needs.

Qualifications

The successful candidate must possess a GCSE (level 9-4 or level 2) in maths and English. Additionally, the successful candidate must have an NQF/QCF/RQF level 3 qualification or possess a level 3 teaching assistant apprenticeship qualification.

Application Process

To apply for this position please download the application form and supporting documentation and send completed applications to [e-mail]. The closing date is the 23rd of January 2026 at 11:59pm.

Shortlisting will take place on the 26th January 2026 and interviews will be held week commencing the 26th January 2026.

Additional Information

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointment to this post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring and background check.

The ability to converse at ease with customers and service users and provide advice in accurate spoken English is an essential requirement of this post.

Applicants are advised that by applying for this position they are declaring that they are not subject to any immigration controls or restrictions that prohibit them undertaking work in the and that they are able to provide proof of their Right to Work in the UK if they are invited to attend an interview.

The school will carry out an online search as part of their due-diligence for all shortlisted candidates in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024.