Teaching Assistant

Edgar Wood Academy, Heywood, OL10 2QN

21 days remaining to apply

• Closing date

  23 April 2026 at 1pm

• Date listed

  2 April 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £22,812.00 - £24,315.00 Annually (Actual)

Teaching Assistant job summary

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young people?
Do you thrive in a supportive, forward-thinking school where every child is valued and included?
Edgar Wood Academy is seeking a committed, compassionate and skilled Teaching Assistant to join our growing team.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a vital role in supporting students with a range of SEND needs, including ASD, ADHD and SEMH, helping them to overcome barriers to learning, grow in confidence and achieve their potential. You will work closely with teachers, pastoral staff and our SENCo to deliver high-quality support both in and out of the classroom.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience working with children with SEND or additional needs
• Is passionate about supporting students aged 11-16
• Can build positive, trusting relationships with young people and families
• Uses initiative, creativity and empathy to help students thrive
• Has knowledge of the EHCP process or is eager to learn
• Can use effective behaviour strategies, including de-escalation approaches
• Is flexible, resilient and committed to continuous professional development

This role involves supporting learning across the school, planning and leading small-group interventions, promoting independence, and contributing to the wider pastoral and safeguarding culture. You will also support with physical/practical activities and occasionally move resources as part of the role.

Edgar Wood Academy is part of the Altus Education Partnership, committed to providing outstanding learning experiences for every student. We are proud of our inclusive ethos and high expectations for all.

Please note:
All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, medical clearance, and a six-month probationary period.

If you are determined to help young people succeed and you’re ready to bring energy, commitment and positivity to a growing school, we’d love to hear from you.

What We Offer

In return, we provide:

• A supportive, friendly and collaborative working environment.
• You’ll receive a full induction and on‑the‑job training to help you settle quickly and feel confident.
• The chance to be part of a growing, modern academy with excellent facilities.
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Employee Benefits Programme.
• Cycle to Work Salary Sacrifice Scheme.
• Free Employee Assistance Programme (wellbeing, counselling and support).

How to apply

Please apply via My New Term through our website: Our Vacancies - Altus Education Partnership

Closing date: Thursday 23rd April 2026 (Midday)
Interviews: To be held week commencing 27th April 2026.

Altus EDUCATION Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

In accordance with the recommendations set out in KCSIE the Trust carries out online searches on shortlisted candidates.

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 school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Edgar Wood Academy

• School type: Free School, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 637 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Edgar Wood Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/edgar-wood-academy

Thank you for your interest in Edgar Wood Academy. We are incredibly excited to have been chosen by the Department for Education to open a new school to serve the local community in Middleton and Heywood. Helping our students realise their potential lies at the heart of everything we do. Through a culture of mutual respect, strong behaviour and high standards, we aim to inspire and engage all pupils, regardless of prior attainment or social background.

By joining our school, you will be part of an exciting journey, building the school from its foundations and helping to create the ethos, values and culture of our school. We believe in strong discipline, which allows our teachers to teach and our students to learn. As a result, we will improve student achievement through high-quality teaching in a safe and caring environment. We value each individual child in our school and recognise that each has different talents and gifts, which we will nurture over the course of their school journey. We will help each student to develop, both personally and academically, so that they have the knowledge and skills to progress to an aspirational career, a fulfilling life and make a positive contribution to their local community.

The school has recently moved into a modern, state-of-the-art building, with stunning views of the local countryside, but within easy access of several motorway links. We can offer the opportunity to shape and develop a curriculum which will capture students’ interests, provoke serious thinking and develop their intellectual curiosity. The curriculum will be culturally relevant to our students and will serve to develop social attitudes and behaviours, celebrate British values and ensure that students have an inclusive approach to their local and global communities. Edgar Wood Academy have an extensive enrichment programme which will ensure that all pupils are engaged in a curriculum suffused with memorable experiences and rich opportunities for learning.

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