Teaching Assistant with Team Teach

Step Teachers

  • Oldham, Greater Manchester
  • £100-120 per day
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 13 hours ago
Step Teachers are hiring for a Team Teach Trained Teaching Assistant - Secondary - Oldham ✨Are you Team Teach trained and passionate about supporting children with SEMH needs?Ready to join a school where your skills make a real difference every day?This could be the perfect opportunity for you.🔎 About the Role
We're looking for a full-time Secondary Teaching Assistant with Team Teach training to support students with Autism, ADHD and SEMH at a leading special school in Oldham.📅 Start: ASAP in September 2025
🕘 Hours: Mon-Fri, 8:30am-3:30pm
💼 Contract: Long-term, with potential to go permanent
💷 Pay: £100-£120/day DOE (Paid PAYE only - no umbrella companies!)
📈 Equal Pay: Matched to permanent staff after 13 weeks
🎓 Free CPD: Access to The National College & Creative Education platforms
🔁 New DBS Refund: Full refund after 20 days of work ✅
💪 Support: Dedicated consultant with over 13 years local experience to guide you throughout
🩺 STEP Perks: 24/7 GP access, plus discounts on shops, gyms & cinemas
💰 Bonus: £100 refer-a-friend scheme
🚗 Access: Free parking + strong public transport links
🌱 Environment: Inclusive, respectful and genuinely supportiveWhat You'll Be Doing
  • Supporting students aged 11-16 with Autism, ADHD & SEMH
  • Using Team Teach strategies to de-escalate and manage behaviour positively
  • Helping create a safe, engaging and nurturing learning environment
  • Working closely with teachers, therapists, families & external professionals
  • Supporting emotional regulation, communication & independence
  • Following safeguarding procedures and reporting concerns appropriately
The School
  • Part of a Multi Academy Trust, specialising in education for students with complex needs & SEMH.
  • Small class sizes with high staff-to-pupil ratios
  • Purpose-built facilities including sensory rooms, therapy spaces & life skills areas
  • Strong culture of empathy, respect and personalised learning
  • Staff are well-supported and encouraged to grow professionally
  • Focus on preparing students for adulthood and lifelong success
What You'll Need
  • Team Teach certificate (in date)
  • CV with 10-year work history
  • Right to Work, ID & proof of address
  • DBS on Update Service (or willing to apply)
  • Professional references covering the last 2 years
  • Overseas Police Check (if applicable)
  • Experience working with SEN and challenging behaviour
  • Positivity, resilience, empathy & a proactive attitude
APPLY NOW for this Secondary Team Teach Teaching Assistant role in Oldham!Or give us a call at Step Teachers Manchester - we'd love to chat and help you take the next step in your SEN journey. Let's make a real difference, together. 💫

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