Special Needs Teaching Assistant. Education & Training

Level 3 Teaching Assistant

Job Title: Level 3 Teaching Assistant (SEN)
Area: Rochdale, Greater Manchester
Start Date: Monday 5th January 2026
Contract Type: Full-time, Term-time only (Permanent)
Salary
: 550 - 600 per week (DOE)
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm

Prospero Teaching - working in partnership with schools in Rochdale

About the School:

Are you a passionate, dedicated professional who thrives on supporting children to achieve their full potential?

We are working with a warm, inclusive specialist school in Rochdale seeking a Level 3 Teaching Assistant
. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a pivotal role in helping children with SEND, SEMH, and complex needs grow in confidence, independence, and learning.

• Provide expert 1:1 and small group support to pupils with EHCPs and additional needs
• Deliver tailored interventions and support plans to help pupils overcome barriers to learning
• Mentor and guide pupils, promoting resilience, emotional regulation, and positive behaviour
• Work closely with teachers to co-plan lessons, track progress, and contribute to pupil development
• Support the wider school team in creating a nurturing, inclusive learning environment

• Proven experience supporting children with SEND, SEMH, or complex needs
• A Level 3 TA qualification (or equivalent)
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong relationships with pupils and colleagues
• A compassionate, calm, and proactive approach to behaviour and learning support
• Strong understanding of Autism, SEMH, and SEND strategies

• Hold the Right to Work in the UK
• Have an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the update service (or be willing to apply)
• Provide two professional child-related references

If you're ready to make a real difference in a supportive, rewarding environment and help children thrive, apply today!

Please submit your up-to-date CV to be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency for this vacancy. All candidates will be required to pass safeguarding and vetting checks.

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