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SEND Teaching Assistant

Job Posted: 8 days ago

Salary: £ 465 - 550 /
Job Type: Temporary
Location: Oldham, Greater Manchester

Expire in: 19 days

Job Description

SEND Teaching Assistant - Oldham

A supportive SEN school in Oldham is seeking a committed SEND Teaching Assistant to join their team on a full‑time basis. This is a rewarding opportunity to work within a specialist setting that supports pupils with a broad range of additional needs.

The school works with pupils who may have autism, PMLD, MLD, speech, language and communication needs, SEMH and other associated needs. Staff provide a structured, nurturing environment where consistency, communication and emotional wellbeing are central to daily practice.

As an SEND Teaching Assistant, you will support pupils throughout the school day to help them access learning, manage regulation and develop independence. You will work closely with class teachers, therapists and support staff to deliver personalised support that meets individual needs.

The role may include classroom support, use of visual and communication systems, delivery of sensory activities, and assistance with care or physical needs where required. Training will be provided where necessary.

Key Responsibilities
- Support pupils on a 1:1 basis and within small groups
- Assist pupils with a range of SEND including autism, PMLD, MLD, SLCN and SEMH
- Follow individual education and support plans
- Use structured routines, visual supports and regulation strategies
- Support pupils with sensory, social and emotional needs
- Assist with personal care or mobility where required
- Encourage engagement, independence and positive behaviour
- Work collaboratively with teachers and wider professionals

We welcome applications from candidates with experience in education, care or support roles, including:

- SEND or mainstream school settings
- Residential or children's care environments
- Support Work or Youth Work
- SEMH or CAMHS‑related roles
- Psychology or related degree pathways
- Early Years or community‑based support

The ideal candidate will be:

- Calm, patient and nurturing
- Confident supporting pupils with complex needs
- Consistent and reassuring in their approach
- Adaptable to different pupils and environments
- Willing to learn specialist SEND strategies

Requirements

- Full availability Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 3.30pm
- A genuine interest in SEND and supporting young people
- A resilient, reliable and positive attitude
- Willingness to complete safeguarding and recruitment checks

If you are an SEND Teaching Assistant looking for a full‑time role in Oldham where you can make a meaningful difference, apply today. A consultant will be in touch to discuss the next steps.

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

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