Teaching Assistant

Company: The Education Specialists
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Location: Greater Manchester
Job Description:

The Education Specialists (TES) are recruiting on behalf of a Primary School in the Oldham area of OL1.

The school are seeking to appoint a Teaching Assistant to support a KS2 pupil with additional needs. The successful Teaching Assistant would need to be available to commit to the role as soon as checks have been completed.

The role of a Teaching Assistant will include various tasks such as:

  • Supporting individuals to complete set tasks within the classroom.
  • Promoting independence within the school environment.
  • Supporting small groups under direction of the teacher.
  • Implementing behaviour strategies.
  • Working in partnership with teachers and other TA’s to provide a stable, positive environment for learning.
  • Supporting SEN pupils.
  • Supervising activities with the pupils.
  • The working hours are Monday to Friday between the hours of 8.30am – 3.30pm.

Who can apply?

  • People with a Teaching Assistant qualification
  • Individuals with significant experience working in schools
  • Individual who have worked in an environment supporting and managing young people such as youth groups, sports coaching and mentoring
  • Individuals with SEN experience
  • Other education professionals with these skills and experience

How can you be considered?

  • Email an up to date CV by clicking apply now. The CV needs to show all your experience working children and young people. We would also recommend a covering letter which highlights your experience and what you can bring to the role.
  • All individuals working on behalf of TES are required to hold an enhanced DBS or be willing to purchase one at a cost to the applicant of £60.79 and will be subject to safeguarding/vetting checks.

Why choose TES and what benefits can you gain?

  • Excellent rates of pay. The salary for this role is based on the local authority teaching assistant pay scale.
  • Ongoing support and guidance throughout your education career.
  • A flexible approach to work.
  • Permanent and temporary opportunities.
  • A trained team of education consultants.
  • The Education Specialists are proud holders of APSCO audited accreditation which means our recruitment practices are of the highest standard.
Posted: March 25th, 2026