Teaching Assistant Level 3
| Posting date: | 12 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £120 to £140 per day |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 08 April 2026 |
| Location: | Rochdale, Lancashire |
| Company: | senploy |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | 206263 |
Summary
Level 3 Teaching Assistant / Cover Supervisor - SEN School (ASAP Start)
Location: Rochdale
Hours: 8:30am - 3:30pm, Monday to Friday
Pay: £120 - £140 per day
Contract: Ongoing
Start Date: ASAP
We are currently recruiting for a Level 3 Teaching Assistant / Cover Supervisor to join a supportive SEN school in Rochdale. This is an ongoing role with an immediate start, offering an excellent opportunity for an experienced support professional who is passionate about supporting pupils with additional needs.
The Role
In this varied position, you will support teaching and learning across the school while also providing classroom cover when required. The school supports pupils with a range of special educational needs, and you will work closely with teaching staff to ensure pupils are supported both academically and socially in a structured and nurturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
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Support teachers in delivering engaging and differentiated lessons
Support teachers in delivering engaging and differentiated lessons
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Provide whole-class cover when required, following lesson plans provided
Provide whole-class cover when required, following lesson plans provided
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Work with pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups to support learning and development
Work with pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups to support learning and development
-
Support pupils with additional needs, including communication, behavioural, and learning needs
Support pupils with additional needs, including communication, behavioural, and learning needs
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Help maintain a positive, safe, and structured learning environment
Help maintain a positive, safe, and structured learning environment
-
Work collaboratively with teachers, SEN staff, and support teams
Work collaboratively with teachers, SEN staff, and support teams
Requirements
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Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or HLTA qualification (essential)
Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or HLTA qualification (essential)
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Previous experience working in a school or SEN setting
Previous experience working in a school or SEN setting
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Confidence managing a classroom and leading learning activities
Confidence managing a classroom and leading learning activities
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Strong behaviour management and communication skills
Strong behaviour management and communication skills
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A patient, proactive, and flexible approach to supporting pupils with additional needs
A patient, proactive, and flexible approach to supporting pupils with additional needs
What We Offer
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Competitive daily pay of £120 - £140 per day
Competitive daily pay of £120 - £140 per day
-
Ongoing role with the potential for long-term opportunities
Ongoing role with the potential for long-term opportunities
-
Supportive and experienced SEN staff team
Supportive and experienced SEN staff team
-
Opportunity to gain valuable experience within a specialist educational setting
Opportunity to gain valuable experience within a specialist educational setting
If you are a qualified Level 3 TA or HLTA looking for an ongoing SEN role with an immediate start, we would love to hear from you.
This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS (child and adult workforce), satisfactory references, and full compliance with KCSIE (2024) guidance and safer recruitment standards. Overseas police checks may be required where applicable. Educato Limited is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Educato Limited acts as an employment business in relation to this vacancy.
Location: Rochdale
Hours: 8:30am - 3:30pm, Monday to Friday
Pay: £120 - £140 per day
Contract: Ongoing
Start Date: ASAP
We are currently recruiting for a Level 3 Teaching Assistant / Cover Supervisor to join a supportive SEN school in Rochdale. This is an ongoing role with an immediate start, offering an excellent opportunity for an experienced support professional who is passionate about supporting pupils with additional needs.
The Role
In this varied position, you will support teaching and learning across the school while also providing classroom cover when required. The school supports pupils with a range of special educational needs, and you will work closely with teaching staff to ensure pupils are supported both academically and socially in a structured and nurturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
-
Support teachers in delivering engaging and differentiated lessons
Support teachers in delivering engaging and differentiated lessons
-
Provide whole-class cover when required, following lesson plans provided
Provide whole-class cover when required, following lesson plans provided
-
Work with pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups to support learning and development
Work with pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups to support learning and development
-
Support pupils with additional needs, including communication, behavioural, and learning needs
Support pupils with additional needs, including communication, behavioural, and learning needs
-
Help maintain a positive, safe, and structured learning environment
Help maintain a positive, safe, and structured learning environment
-
Work collaboratively with teachers, SEN staff, and support teams
Work collaboratively with teachers, SEN staff, and support teams
Requirements
-
Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or HLTA qualification (essential)
Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or HLTA qualification (essential)
-
Previous experience working in a school or SEN setting
Previous experience working in a school or SEN setting
-
Confidence managing a classroom and leading learning activities
Confidence managing a classroom and leading learning activities
-
Strong behaviour management and communication skills
Strong behaviour management and communication skills
-
A patient, proactive, and flexible approach to supporting pupils with additional needs
A patient, proactive, and flexible approach to supporting pupils with additional needs
What We Offer
-
Competitive daily pay of £120 - £140 per day
Competitive daily pay of £120 - £140 per day
-
Ongoing role with the potential for long-term opportunities
Ongoing role with the potential for long-term opportunities
-
Supportive and experienced SEN staff team
Supportive and experienced SEN staff team
-
Opportunity to gain valuable experience within a specialist educational setting
Opportunity to gain valuable experience within a specialist educational setting
If you are a qualified Level 3 TA or HLTA looking for an ongoing SEN role with an immediate start, we would love to hear from you.
This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS (child and adult workforce), satisfactory references, and full compliance with KCSIE (2024) guidance and safer recruitment standards. Overseas police checks may be required where applicable. Educato Limited is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Educato Limited acts as an employment business in relation to this vacancy.