Teaching Assistant - Level 3 (ELSA)

Oldham Council; Oldham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Oldham is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant at Level 3 to support students with special educational needs. This role involves direct support in the classroom and managing ELSA responsibilities, aimed at creating a positive learning environment for children. Ideal candidates will have excellent communication skills, a passion for teaching, and a commitment to student development.

Benefits

Well-behaved children

Supportive team environment

Commitment from staff and parents

Planned supervision for ELSA role

Qualifications

• Experience with special educational needs is essential.
• Sound knowledge of working with young children.
• Commitment to pupil development.

Responsibilities

• Support a pupil with additional needs in the morning.
• Undertake ELSA duties across the school in the afternoons.
• Manage a caseload effectively.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

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Teaching Assistant - Level 3 (ELSA), Oldham

Client: Oldham Council

Location: Oldham

Job Category: Other

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EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 1563873136eb

Job Views: 6

Posted: 18.06.2025

Expiry Date: 02.08.2025

Job Description:

Ref: 000851

Level 3 Teaching Assistant to support a pupil with additional needs in the morning and undertake ELSA (Emotional Literacy Support) across school in the afternoons.

Hours: 32.5

Start Date: 1st September 2025

The governors wish to appoint a dedicated and hard-working Teaching Assistant and ELSA practitioner at Hodge Clough Primary School.

The successful candidate will:

• Have high expectations of all pupils and be committed to developing their full potential.
• Be professional at all times and be a team player.
• Be positive, inspirational, and self-motivated.
• Manage their ELSA caseload effectively.
• Have a sound knowledge of working with young children and those with special educational needs.
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

We can offer you:

• Well-behaved and happy children who enjoy learning.
• The opportunity to be part of a caring, dedicated, and hardworking team.
• A high level of commitment from governors, staff, and parents.
• Planned supervision for your ELSA role.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed; please contact the school to arrange on 0161 770 5790.

All applications should be sent to the school before the closing date.

Applicants are advised that by applying for this position, they declare they are not subject to any immigration controls or restrictions that prohibit them from working in the UK, and can provide proof of their Right to Work in the UK if invited for 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.

Successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Closing Date: Thursday, 19th June 2025 at 12 noon.