Teaching Assistant Level 2 +

Grade: Grade 4 (7 11)

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: 33 Hours Per Week

Working Pattern: Term Time Part Time

Actual Salary: £20,165 - £21,493

Interview Date: Thursday 25^th June 2026

Raise Rochdale Pupil Referral Service provides a supportive, nurturing, and highly personalised learning environment for pupils who are unable to access mainstream education. We are looking for committed and resilient Teaching Assistants to make a real difference in the lives of young people who require additional support to achieve their full potential.

Raise Rochdale PRS is currently based over three sites. Candidates can be based at any of these sites although preference will be considered.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils across a range of subjects
• Assist in the delivery of tailored learning programmes
• Support pupils with social, emotional, and behavioural needs
• Help manage behaviour in line with the school’s policies and restorative approaches
• Build positive, trusting relationships with students
• Support teachers in preparing resources and adapting activities
• Contribute to monitoring student progress and wellbeing
• Work collaboratively with staff, parents/carers, and external agencies

What We’re Looking For

• We are looking for someone who:
• Has experience working with children or young people (ideally in education or alternative provision)
• Is patient, resilient, and empathetic
• Has strong communication and teamwork skills
• Can remain calm under pressure and respond positively to challenging behaviour
• Is passionate about inclusion and supporting vulnerable learners

What We Offer

• A supportive and experienced team environment
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• The chance to make a meaningful difference in students’ lives
• A commitment to staff wellbeing

To apply for this position please download the application form and supporting documentation and send completed applications to recruitment@raiserochdale.org by 11:59pm on Monday 15^th June 2026.

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

Appointment to this post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring and background check.

The ability to converse at ease with customers and service users and provide advice in accurate spoken English is an essential requirement of this post.

Applicants are advised that by applying for this position they are declaring that they are not subject to any immigration controls or restrictions that prohibit them undertaking work in the UK, and that they are able to provide proof of their Right to Work in the UK if they are invited to attend an interview.

The school will carry out an online search as part of their due-diligence for all shortlisted candidates in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025.

This is a re-advertisement. Previous applicants need to re-apply.