Level 3 Teaching Assistant – Shape Young Minds in Year 6
Location: Oldham
Contract: Long-term opportunity
Competitive pay – Pay to Scale
Are you a confident and experienced Teaching Assistant ready to make a lasting impact in a vibrant Year 6 classroom? Cover People are working with a fantastic 2-form entry primary school in South Manchester that’s committed to excellence, community, and preparing pupils for their next educational chapter.
This is a brilliant opportunity to support children in their final year of primary education — helping them to grow academically and emotionally as they prepare for their SATs and transition to secondary school.
What You’ll Do
Deliver focused small group and 1:1 SATs interventions in reading, writing, and maths
Provide high-quality classroom support while working closely with the class teacher
Cover full classes as required, using your initiative and strong behaviour management skills
Support pupils’ emotional well-being during a key transitional year
Contribute to a positive, structured, and ambitious learning environment
Who You Are
Hold a Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent
Experienced in working within Year 6 and supporting pupils through SATs preparation
Confident managing whole class cover when needed
Strong communicator and a team player with a proactive approach
Able to provide an up-to-date CV with 10 years of employment history
Why Choose Cover People?
Competitive, pay-to-scale rates that recognise your skills
Free CPD including behaviour management and safeguarding
Personalised support from a friendly and experienced consultant
Access to our Refer a Friend scheme – earn up to £100 per referral