SEND Teaching Assistant
Primary School - Oldham
Full-Time | Long-Term | Potential for Permanent Role
Start Date: ASAP
Are you a Teaching Assistant with SEND experience, or do you come from a care background?
Tradewind Recruitment are currently seeking a compassionate and dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming Primary School in Oldham. This is a full-time, long-term position, with the potential to become permanent for the right candidate.
This is a rewarding opportunity to support pupils with complex needs, physical disabilities, and additional special educational needs, making a genuine difference in their educational journey.
The Role
As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will:
Provide one-to-one and small group support for students
Support pupils with complex needs and physical disabilities
Work closely with teachers to help students access learning and achieve their potential
Build and maintain positive relationships with students, parents, and staff
Promote student wellbeing and safeguarding at all times
Contribute to the wider school environment and support strategies
Requirements
To be successful in this role, you will:
Have experience as a Teaching Assistant, or within a care/support role
Possess excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Be able to build strong, positive relationships with students and colleagues
Have a caring, patient, and nurturing approach
Demonstrate a solid understanding of safeguarding policies and procedures
Hold a valid child-only DBS (or be willing to obtain one)
What's on Offer
Term-time only role, ideal for work-life balance
Opportunity for the role to become permanent
A supportive school environment with strong leadership
Ongoing professional development through Tradewind, including CPD via The National College
A chance to work alongside experienced education professionals
Next Steps
This role is available for an immediate start and is expected to run until July 2026, so early applications are encouraged.
To apply or find out more, please contact:
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