SEND Specialist Teaching Assistant

SEND Specialist Teaching Assistant

CAPTION: Job details

• Posting date: 06 June 2026
• Hours: Full time
• Closing date: 26 June 2026
• Location: Oldham, Greater Manchester, OL9 6AQ
• Company: Teaching Vacancies
• Job type: Permanent
• Job reference: 6db77459-38b2-44e1-ad94-1a25d942f1b3

Summary

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking for someone who candemonstrate:

• Experience supporting children with complex SEND needs in an educational setting, as a Teaching Assistant or in an equivalent role.
• An NVQ Level 3 for Teaching Assistants (or an equivalent qualification, in line with EYFS framework requirements)Check early years qualifications - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
• Specialist training and/or experience in a key area of SEND, such as:Communication and interaction; cognition and learning; SEMH; sensory and/or physical needs.
• Experience of working with primary-aged pupils.
• The ability toidentify, implement and reviewappropriateinterventionsso pupils can meet their EHC plan outcomes and/or personal targets.
• Confidence in coaching, modelling practice and supporting the development of staff.
• A strong understanding of safeguarding and a commitment to keeping children safe.
• A collaborative approach, working in partnership with teaching staff, other professionals, and external agencies/voluntary and service providers.
• The ability to lead a hub/room provision, working directly with a group of pupils with SEND, and to plan for and deliver/support a curriculum that meets a range of needs.

What the school offers its staff

What we offer:

• Professional development opportunities
• National terms and Conditions
• Supportive and friendly team who value collaboration
• Flexible PPA time for Teachers
• Up to 34 days annual leave (pro rata for part time)
• Local Government Pension Scheme and Teachers' Pension Scheme
• StaffWellbeingProgramme
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• Flexible working
• FreeEyeCareVouchers
• FreeAnnualFluVaccination
• Cycle to Work Scheme

Commitment to safeguarding

The Harmony Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all our staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS and pre-employment checks.

• Experience supporting children with complex SEND needs in an educational setting, as a Teaching Assistant or in an equivalent role.
• An NVQ Level 3 for Teaching Assistants (or an equivalent qualification, in line with EYFS framework requirements)Check early years qualifications - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
• Specialist training and/or experience in a key area of SEND, such as:Communication and interaction; cognition and learning;SEMH;sensory and/or physical needs.
• Experience of working with primary-aged pupils.
• The ability toidentify, implement and reviewappropriateinterventionsso pupils can meet their EHC plan outcomes and/or personal targets.
• Confidence in coaching, modelling practice and supporting the development of staff.
• A strong understanding of safeguarding and a commitment to keeping children safe.
• A collaborative approach, working in partnership with teaching staff, other professionals, and external agencies/voluntary and service providers.
• The ability to lead a hub/room provision, working directly with a group of pupils with SEND, and to plan for and deliver/support a curriculum that meets a range of needs.
  
  What the school offers its staff
What we offer:
• Professional development opportunities
• National terms and Conditions
• Supportive and friendly team who value collaboration
• Flexible PPA time for Teachers
• Up to 34 days annual leave (pro rata for part time)
• Local Government Pension Scheme and Teachers' Pension Scheme
• StaffWellbeingProgramme
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• Flexible working
• FreeEyeCareVouchers
• FreeAnnualFluVaccination
• Cycle to Work Scheme
Commitment to safeguarding The Harmony Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all our staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS and pre-employment checks.