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Teaching Assistant

Job Posted: 2 days ago

Salary: £ 476 - 550 /
Job Type: Temporary
Location: Oldham, Greater Manchester

Expire in: a month

Job Description

Position Details:

Position: Teaching Assistant (Primary)
Location: Oldham
Contract Type: Long-term (Ongoing)
Start Date: January 2026
Hours: 08:30 - 15:30
Rate of Pay: £476.45 - £550.00 (DOE)

About the School:

Are you a patient, enthusiastic, and dedicated Teaching Assistant looking to make a real impact in a mainstream primary school?

We are working with a welcoming and inclusive school in Oldham that supports children across Key Stages 1 and 2. While the majority of pupils are in a mainstream setting, some children may have additional learning needs or SEN, providing opportunities for you to make a meaningful difference for every child.

This is a fantastic chance to join a friendly team, support everyday classroom learning, and help pupils thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

As a Teaching Assistant, you will:

Support children in classroom lessons on a 1:1 or small-group basis.
 * Assist teachers in planning and delivering engaging learning activities.
 * Help pupils with SEN or additional learning needs as required.
 * Promote positive behaviour, engagement, and confidence.
 * Contribute to a safe, structured, and inclusive learning environment. 

Requirements:

Experience supporting children in a school or childcare setting is desirable.
 * Patient, adaptable, and proactive approach.
 * Strong communication and teamwork skills.
 * A willingness to support both mainstream learners and those with additional needs.
 * Commitment to safeguarding and promoting children's learning and wellbeing. 

TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE, YOU MUST:

Hold Right to Work in the UK
 * Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS registered with the update service or be willing to apply
 * Provide two professional, child-related references covering the last two years 

If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with your up-to-date CV

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