Teaching Assistant

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.