Forever Teaching is recruiting a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming secondary school in Cheetham Hill on a long-term basis. This role focuses on supporting pupils in the classroom who face barriers to learning, while also assisting the class teacher with the smooth running of lessons and day-to-day classroom routines.
Key Responsibilities
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Provide in-class support to pupils (1:1 and small group) to help them access learning
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Support learners with a range of needs that may include SEND, SEMH, EAL, low confidence, or gaps in prior learning
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Help the teacher deliver engaging lessons by reinforcing instructions and checking understanding
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Promote positive behaviour and help maintain a calm, focused learning environment
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Assist with differentiated tasks, resources, and classroom organisation
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Encourage independence, motivation, and participation in learning
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Monitor progress and share feedback with teaching staff and pastoral teams where appropriate
The Ideal Candidate
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Experience working with children or young people (school-based experience is desirable)
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Confident supporting pupils with additional needs or barriers to learning
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Calm, reliable, and able to build positive relationships quickly
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Strong communication skills and a proactive, team-focused attitude
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Committed to safeguarding and promoting wellbeing in school
What Forever Teaching Offers
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Long-term stability in a supportive secondary school environment
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Ongoing guidance from the Forever Teaching team
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Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on pupils’ progress and confidence
How to Apply
Apply via CV-Library with your up-to-date CV. Successful applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and next steps