Teaching Assistant (Specialist Class) Level 3

Teaching Assistant (Specialist Class) Level 3

Grade 4, Scale Point 7-11

Salary £27,274 - £29,070 Full Time Equivalent.

Actual salary will be pro rata: Pro-rata salary: £20,947 - £22,236 approx.

31.25 hours per week - Monday to Friday (8.30am 3.15pm, 30 mins unpaid lunch)

Term time only plus INSET

Fixed Term position until July 2027 with the possibility of extension (linked to SEND funding).

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The Headteacher, Governors and Board of Trustees are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and well-motivated Level 3 Teaching Assistant to work as part of the team in our established Resource Provision classroom “The Hive”.

We are looking for someone who:

• can work under direction from a Class Teacher in order to support teaching and learning.
• can work with a range of pupils in our 10-place Resource Provision classroom and ensure personalised targets are met in line with guidance from professionals and EHCP documents.
• has experience of working with children with communication and interaction needs.
• has the ability to work in small group settings and the skills to support integration in to mainstream classes.
• is skilled at providing a low-arousal, therapeutic environment and delivering a range of interventions.
• has the ability to work well in a team and with visiting professionals.
• has enthusiasm and creativity for engaging children with learning and a passion for improving outcomes for all.
• can undertake whole class cover during staff absence (arranged or emergency), to ensure that learning opportunities continue and the learning environment is well-managed
• has excellent communication skills and is committed to building positive relationships with pupils, parents and staff.
• has experience working with children with complex needs, ideally in a specialist classroom/setting.
• will be willing to contribute to the broader life of the school community.

We can offer you:

• the opportunity to contribute to whole school life and work with our lovely pupils.
• access to high-quality CPD particularly focusing on supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs including access to networks and support from across the academy Trust.
• a supportive working environment in which you will be able to develop your teaching skills.
• opportunity to work alongside parents and carers who are keen to support their children’s learning and development.
• a chance to work with a friendly, welcoming and professional team.

The CLiC Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Please return completed application forms by post to the school or by email to vacancies@danebank.tameside.sch.uk. Please note we will only accept applications on CLiC application forms.

All appointments are subject to satisfactory references and DBS checks.

Note: candidates may be shortlisted and contacted before the closing date.

Closing Date: Friday 30th October 2026

Shortlisting: Monday 2nd November 2026

Interviews: Tuesday 3rd November 2026 from 1pm

If you have any queries about the role and want to find out more, please contact the school office.