Level 3 SEND Teaching Assistant
| Posting date: | 16 December 2025 |
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| Salary: | £90.0 to £125.0 per day |
| Additional salary information: | Up to £125/day |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 15 January 2026 |
| Location: | Rochdale, Greater Manchester, OL11 2BE |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | 4755773_1765872623 |
Summary
Are you an experienced Level 3 Teaching Assistant with a passion for supporting students with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)? Hays Education is working in partnership with a well-regarded secondary SEND school in Rochdale, Greater Manchester to recruit a dedicated and enthusiastic Level 3 Teaching Assistant to join their team. This full-time role is available for an immediate start or post-half term and offers the potential for a permanent placement. You will be supporting students aged 11-16 with a range of complex needs including autism spectrum condition (ASC), social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) challenges, and moderate learning difficulties (MLD).
This secondary special school is a nurturing and inclusive environment that caters to pupils with a wide range of SEND. The school is known for its strong leadership, personalised curriculum, and commitment to helping every student achieve their full potential. Staff are highly skilled, compassionate, and work collaboratively to create a safe and engaging learning experience. The school has excellent facilities and a strong reputation for supporting both students and staff in their development.
Location: Rochdale, Greater Manchester
Day Rate: Up to £125/day DOE
Contract Type: Temporary (potential for permanent placement)
Start Date: ASAP or in January
Key Duties/Responsibilities:
- Providing tailored support to students on a 1:1 and small group basis
- Assisting teachers in delivering differentiated and accessible lessons
- Promoting independence, confidence, and emotional wellbeing
- Supporting behaviour management strategies and safeguarding protocols
- Collaborating with the wider SEND and pastoral teams to ensure holistic support
Key Skills/Experience:
- A Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent)
- Experience working with children or young people with SEND, ideally in a school or care setting
- A patient, empathetic, and proactive approach to supporting learning and behaviour
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- An enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain one)
Benefits:
- Competitive daily rate, paid weekly
- Opportunity to work in a supportive and rewarding school environment
- Access to ongoing professional development and training
- Potential for a permanent role for the right candidate
- Dedicated support from your Hays Education consultant
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