Transform lives every day as a Teaching Assistant, helping children with additional needs build confidence, independence, and a love of learning.

Teaching Assistant (full-time, temporary)

Oldham

£462.80–£550 per week PAYE – (salary depends on experience and/or qualifications)

Start date: Nov 2026 - March 2027

The School and Role

We are seeking an empathetic, proactive Teaching Assistant to join a specialist resourced provision (the HIVE unit) within a welcoming primary school in Oldham. The HIVE is a dedicated unit tailored to supporting children with complex learning, communication, and sensory needs. This is an exceptional opportunity to become a key team member in a highly supportive setting that prioritises relational practice, holistic development, and inclusive education.

Working closely with specialist staff and class teachers, you will support children within the HIVE unit, helping to implement tailored learning strategies, sensory integration techniques, and positive behaviour management. In line with modern educational approaches, you will focus on building deep relational trust, fostering independence, and creating a safe, adaptive, and nurturing environment where every child can thrive at their own pace.

Requirements

The ideal Teaching Assistant will:

• Have proven experience supporting children with SEN, SEND, ASC, ADHD, or SEMH needs within a specialist provision, resourced unit, or mainstream environment

• Be skilled in utilising neurodiversity-affirming, trauma-informed, or sensory-aware approaches to support emotional regulation and engagement

• Demonstrate high levels of patience, resilience, and adaptability in meeting complex individual needs

• Possess strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build meaningful, trusted connections with pupils, colleagues, and parents

• Be passionate about promoting positive mental health, pupil autonomy, and equitable access to education

What we offer

As a Teaching Assistant working with us, you benefit from:

• Excellent weekly pay via PAYE, ensuring fully compliant tax contributions with no hidden umbrella fees. (Rates are based on scale, experience, and qualifications discussed during registration.)

• Guaranteed Pay Scheme options (subject to availability and criteria).

• Comprehensive CPD opportunities, including specialised training in SEND, ASC strategies, SEMH awareness, and adaptive teaching.

• Dedicated consultant support and guidance throughout your assignment.

• Access to professional networking and social events.

• Workplace pension contributions.

About us

We are a market-leading education supply agency committed to supporting local schools and nurturing young people. With branches across the country, we pride ourselves on being an employer of choice for dedicated educators.

The Edwin Group is a Top 10 UK-employer in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2025, recognised for world-class employee engagement and a supportive workforce culture.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability, or sexual orientation, and we warmly welcome applications from all sections of the community.

If you are a dedicated Teaching Assistant based near Oldham who is passionate about making a lasting impact within a specialist resourced provision, apply today.

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