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Entry Level Teaching Assistant

Prospero Teaching
Posted 11 hours ago, valid for 17 days
Location

Oldham, Lancashire OL4 3JA, England

Contract type

Part Time

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  • Prospero Teaching is looking for individuals to pursue a career as a SEN Teaching Assistant (TA) in Oldham, Greater Manchester.
  • Candidates ideally should have previous experience working with children or adults with additional needs, but those without experience but with a strong desire to start will also be considered.
  • The role involves providing tailored support to students aged 5-16 with special educational needs, including those with autism and social, emotional, and mental health difficulties.
  • The position is temporary with a minimum daily rate of £85, working hours from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM during term time, Monday to Friday.
  • While a teaching assistant qualification is desired, it is not essential; experience in a relevant setting is preferred and the start date is as soon as possible.

Prospero Teaching are seeking individuals who would like a career as a SEN TA. Ideally you will have some previous experience working closely with children or supporting adults with additional needs, but we also consider those with no experience of either but have a desire to start.

We are working closely with a large organisation that offers education support to those with moderate and complex learning difficulties, autism, speech & language difficulties and Social, emotional & mental health difficulties.

Teaching assistants are required to join the team, supporting students aged 5-16 years old throughout their academic day on a 1:1 basis or in small groups.

The role is working in SEN Support and will consist of:

  • Providing tailored support and working with children with SEMH and SEN (special education needs)
  • Creating a safe environment that allows the children to have fun, learn and succeed
  • Academic support of a 1:1 basis or in small groups
  • Assisting the teacher

The Ideal Candidate:

  • Teaching assistant qualification would be desired but not essential
  • Experience of supporting pupils with SEN on a voluntary or paid basis OR
  • Experience of working with children in a youth setting

Position Details:

  • Location - Oldham, Greater Manchester
  • Position - SEN Teaching Assistant
  • Contract Type - Temporary (with possible permanent opportunities)
  • Minimum Daily Rate - £85
  • Hours - 8.30-3.30pm (Term Time only) Monday - Friday
  • Start Date - ASAP

If this role appeals to you, please apply now. Or for more information about the role, please contact Zoe McDonald on or email

Unfortunately, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.