Teaching Assistant Level 4 - Rochdale

Aspire People; Rochdale; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People is seeking a Level 4 Teaching Assistant with a focus on Literacy for a secondary school in Rochdale. The role involves leading interventions, supporting students to excel, and participating in a teamwork-oriented environment. In return, you will receive competitive pay, pension membership, and numerous staff benefits.

Benefits

Membership of the Greater Manchester Pension Fund

Funded CPD opportunities

Health benefits package

Complimentary gym facilities

Staff well-being initiatives

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Experience working with students aged 11-16.
• Track record of leading intervention programs.
• Flexible and proactive in their approach.

Responsibilities

• Lead literacy intervention programs for students.
• Collaborate with teachers and staff for effective support.
• Maintain high standards of student achievement.

Skills

Supportive Approach

Team Collaboration

Organisational Skills

Education

Experience in Educational Settings

Job description

Teaching Assistant - Level 4 - Literacy Lead
Location: Rochdale
Salary: £26,447 - £29,211 per year (NJC Grade 6, Scale Points 19 to 24 - starting point dependent on experience)
Job Type: Full Time, Permanent
Start Date: As soon as possible
Application Deadline: 8 June 2025


Aspire People is excited to partner with a well-respected Secondary School in Rochdale that is currently recruiting for a Level 4 Teaching and Learning Intervention Lead with a focus on Literacy.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a school that places high value on student achievement and has recently opened a brand new building housing their SEN department. The school warmly encourages prospective candidates to arrange a visit to meet the team, explore the facilities, and discuss the role in more detail.

The ideal candidate will:
- Have a genuine passion for supporting students to reach their full potential
- Possess experience working in educational settings with students aged 11-16
- Have a track record of successfully leading intervention programs
- Be flexible, confident, and proactive in their approach
- Enjoy collaborating as part of a dedicated team
- Demonstrate excellent organisational skills
- Share values aligned with the school's commitment to Aspiration, Integrity, and Respect

The school is committed to maintaining high expectations in all areas and is seeking a candidate dedicated to helping them achieve these standards.

In return, the successful candidate will receive:
- Membership of the Greater Manchester Pension Fund (GMPF)
- Funded CPD opportunities towards nationally recognised qualifications
- Access to an optional health benefits package including GP appointments, contributions towards eye tests, prescriptions, and more via Simply Health
- Complimentary use of state-of-the-art gym facilities
- Participation in staff well-being initiatives, including a Well-being Café
- Free on-site staff parking

Details:

- Hours: 37 hours per week, term time only
- Salary: NJC Grade 6, Scale Points 19 to 24 (starting point dependent on experience)
- Contract: Permanent
- Start Date: As soon as possible, subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks
- Application Deadline: Midnight, 8 June 2025
- Shortlisting: 9 June 2025
- Interview Dates: To be confirmed



If you are passionate about making a difference in students' lives and want to work within a supportive and aspirational school community, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now via Aspire People to take the next step in your career by emailing an up to date CV to Kat@ aspirepeople. co .uk or call on O794O 8OO 589.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.