Enjoy a rewarding career in education and make a real impact on pupils’ lives. Join our team creating supportive, nurturing environments where pupils achieve more than expected.
As a Teaching Assistant, you will work directly with pupils, helping them get the best from their education. Each pupil has unique needs and potential, and you will guide their learning journeys accordingly.
You will assist in preparing learning materials, running classroom activities, and supporting pupils' emotional and physical needs, helping them develop and engage with the world.
Every day will bring new challenges and opportunities for growth, supported by a team with valuable skills and guidance.
Who we are looking for
The ideal candidate will be adaptable, ready to work in various classroom roles both indoors and outdoors, responding to individual needs with a caring approach. Our team values teamwork and mutual support.
About Us
The Holden School is an independent specialist day school for boys and girls aged 5 to 16, located in Lancashire, Manchester, and surrounding areas. We serve pupils with diverse needs and aim to ensure successful outcomes through a therapeutic, trauma-informed approach with individualized curricula.
We pride ourselves on nurturing pupils' aspirations academically and socially, building confidence and understanding of the wider community.
Part of Outcomes First Group, the UK’s leading provider of specialist education, we are committed to innovative approaches that deliver measurable results. In 2024, we were recognized as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth consecutive year.
Your health and wellbeing are important. You will receive an exceptional rewards package, including:
* Life Assurance
* Pension options
* Access to mental health support and health checks
Additional benefits through Vista include:
* Health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
* Discount options
* Cycle to Work and Electric Car schemes
* Critical illness cover
* Family growth support, including enhanced parental leave and fertility support
Working here means knowing your role positively impacts pupils’ lives. We are committed to safeguarding and require DBS checks and social media screening for applicants.
Note: We may close the vacancy early if we receive many applications.
*You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay. This is subject to successful probation and is not a contractual benefit.
Our recruitment process is fair, thorough, and compliant with safeguarding standards. We aim to keep applicants informed but are not liable for delays or costs incurred during the process.
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