Full job descriptionTeaching Assistant - Level 2 or 3

Are you passionate about helping children feel confident, supported and ready to learn?

Whether you’re an experienced Teaching Assistant, a graduate looking to gain school-based experience or someone with transferable skills from care, youth work or support roles, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

We are recruiting a Teaching Assistant to join a specialist school in Greater Manchester.

This is a genuinely rewarding role where no two days are the same, and every small achievement feels like a big win.

You’ll work closely with an experienced team including class teachers, the SENCO, pastoral staff and skilled support assistants, with access to excellent facilities.

Responsibilities
* Provide in class support for SEN pupils
* Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils
* Help pupils access learning and stay engaged throughout the school day
* Support classroom routines, transitions and breaktimes
* Work closely with teachers and the SEND team to monitor progress and wellbeing

Requirements
* Experience with children/young people (schools, care, youth work, coaching or similar)
* A patient, nurturing and resilient approach
* SEN/SEMH experience is essential
* A degree would be advantageous but not essential
* Strong communication and teamwork skills
* Willingness to support personal care if required
* Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

If you’re looking for a role that is meaningful, hands-on and makes a real difference every day, apply now with your CV and start your journey in education.

When applying through Aspire People, an enhanced DBS on the update service is a required document. If you do not have one already, you will be asked to apply for one through Aspire People before you are able to start in a position.

Any applicants that have been out of the UK for more than 3 months over the past 5 years will be asked to provide an overseas criminal clearance check. If you do not already have one of these, please apply for this before applying to this role.

All applicants must have a permanent residence and right to work in the UK. If you are currently based in another country, please do not apply for these roles as we will not be able to process your application.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role.

This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

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.