Peri SEN Teaching Assistant Level 2

Northmoor Academy, Oldham, Greater Manchester, OL9 6AQ

59 days remaining to apply

• Closing date

  25 September 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  28 July 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Early years
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: Grade 3 (SCP 6 - 11) £25,989 - £28,142
• Additional allowances:

  8% SEN allowance

What skills and experience we're looking for

We’reseekingan experienced and inspiringteaching assistantwho:

• Is passionate about inclusion and SEND provision

• Understands the barriers to learning that children with special educational needs may face and be able to use effective strategies to support them  

• Is able torelate well to children withadditionalneeds, supporting them to regulate their feelings and emotions

• Leads by example and motivateschildren and colleagues

• Is creative, innovative, and committed to continuous improvement

• Is ready to take on a rewarding challenge with real impact

• Has anNVQ 2 for Teaching Assistants or equivalent qualification or experience    

• HasLiteracy and Numeracy skills equivalent to Level 1 of the National Qualification & Credit Framework   

• CompletedDepartment for Education Teaching Assistant Induction Programme (or to complete within first term)   

• Hasa full and relevant qualification accepted by the Department for Education (DfE) to work in anearly yearssetting 

• Hasa secure knowledge and understanding of the Early Years Statutory Framework.  

• Displaysgood understanding of a child’s development and learning.   

• Has experience of developing learning resources that scaffold and support learning  

• Demonstrates effective communication skills to liaise sensitively and effectively with parents and carers   

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

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

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.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

JD ED Hub SEND TA Peri Level 2.docx - 1.02 MB (opens in new tab)

About Northmoor Academy

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 2 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 346 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 2 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Email address: htrecruitment@theharmonytrust.org
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/northmoor-academy

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