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Location: Oldham
Position: SEN Teaching Assistant
Start Date: September 2026
Pay Rate: £95-£110 per day DOE
Are you a compassionate and resilient Teaching Assistant looking to make a genuine difference to the lives of young people?
Cover People are working in partnership with a specialist school in Oldham to recruit a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant for September 2026. The school provides education for pupils who have experienced barriers to mainstream education, offering a nurturing and inclusive environment where every young person is supported to re-engage with learning and achieve success. The school's vision is centred on delivering a holistic educational experience, combining academic progress with the development of personal, social, and emotional skills. Underpinning everything they do are the core values of Trust, Respect, Acceptance, Communication, and Kindness (TRACK), creating a culture where positive relationships and high expectations help every pupil thrive.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly supportive team that is committed to helping pupils build confidence, overcome challenges, and prepare for positive futures.
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The Role
- Support pupils with a range of social, emotional and additional learning needs throughout the school day
- Work alongside teachers to deliver engaging and personalised learning activities
- Build positive, trusting relationships that encourage pupils to re-engage with education
- Promote independence, resilience, and emotional wellbeing
- Support positive behaviour using consistent, relationship-focused approaches
- Work collaboratively with teachers, pastoral teams, and external professionals to ensure the best outcomes for every pupil
We're Looking For
- Experience supporting children or young people with SEND, SEMH, or challenging behaviour is desirable
- A patient, calm, and resilient approach
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- The ability to build positive relationships based on trust and mutual respect
- A genuine commitment to inclusive education and helping every pupil reach their potential
- Relevant Teaching Assistant qualifications are desirable but not essential
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What Cover People Offer
- Competitive daily pay rates
- A dedicated consultant providing personalised support throughout your placement
- Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles
- Access to a wide network of specialist and mainstream schools across Greater Manchester
- Ongoing CPD and career development opportunities
All pay rates include 12.07% statutory holiday pay where applicable.
Cover People are acting as an employment business on behalf of this school. Successful applicants will be subject to safeguarding and vetting procedures in line with statutory guidance, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
Cover People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.
If you're looking to join a school where Trust, Respect, Acceptance, Communication, and Kindness are at the heart of every interaction, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to find out more about this rewarding opportunity for September 2026.
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