Teaching Assistant
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 16 Medi 2025 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | Heb ei nodi |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | Competitive |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 16 Hydref 2025 |
| Lleoliad: | Rochdale, OL10 2QN |
| Cwmni: | inploi |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 75742773 |
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Teaching Assistant
Location: Edgar Wood Academy, Heywood Old Road, Heywood, OL10 2QN
Contract: Fixed Term until July 2026 - 37 hrs per week, Term Time Only
Salary: School Support Scale points 7 11. Actual £22,812 £24,315 (Scale Point 711)
Start Date: As soon as possible
Edgar Wood Academy is a modern, thriving secondary school serving the communities of Middleton and Heywood. Opened in 2021 with state-of-the-art facilities, our mission is simple: to help every student realise their potential and thrive in all aspects of life. Guided by our core values of Resilience, Empathy, Responsibility and Respect, we are proud to be part of the Altus Education Partnership.
We are seeking a committed and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our team. This role is ideal for someone passionate about supporting young people, especially those with additional needs, to access learning and achieve success.
The Role
- Work alongside teachers and support staff to raise the learning and attainment of students.
- Provide targeted support for students with SEND, reducing barriers to learning.
- Encourage independence, self-esteem, and inclusion for all students.
- Lead small group interventions and offer mentoring support.
- Use your specialist knowledge (e.g. SEND, SEMH, literacy or numeracy) to make a meaningful impact.
What we are looking for:
- At least 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) including English and Maths.
- Experience of working with children aged 1116, ideally with SEND or behavioural needs.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- A flexible, resilient and collaborative approach.
- Commitment to safeguarding, equality and high expectations for all students.
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a friendly, ambitious and supportive team.
- Work in a new school building with excellent facilities.
- Access to high-quality professional development.
- Benefits package including Cycle to Work scheme, free Employee Assistance Programme, and generous holiday entitlement.
Application Deadline: Monday 29th September 2025 (12 noon)
Interviews: To be confirmed.
To apply, please visit: www.altusep.com/our-vacancies
For more information, please contact Sophie Bailey (HR Officer) at recruitment@altusep.com or call 01706 769836.
Edgar Wood Academy and Altus Education Partnership are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
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