Level 2 Teaching Assistant

Employer Oasis Academy Leesbrook Location Oldham, Greater Manchester Contract Type Fixed term contract Hours Full Time Contract Length Maternity Cover (1 year) Salary SCP 5-7 £25,878 - £26,403/£22,259 starting salary Posted 17th July 2026 Start Date As Soon As Possible Expires 28th August 2026 09:00 AM Contract Type Fixed term contract Start Date As Soon As Possible Job ID 1565898 Start Date As Soon As Possible • Contract Type :Fixed term contract • Contract Length: Maternity Cover (1 year) • Job ID: 1565898 Join Our Team and Make a Difference Are you passionate about supporting young people to achieve their full potential? Do you have the drive, enthusiasm and commitment to help students succeed both academically and personally? We are seeking a dedicated and caring Level 2 Teaching Assistant to join our thriving secondary academy. This is an exciting opportunity to work as part of a supportive and ambitious team, providing high-quality support to students and helping to create an inclusive learning environment where every child can flourish. The Role As a Level 2 Teaching Assistant, you will: • Support teaching and learning across a range of subjects and year groups. • Work with individual students and small groups to help them access the curriculum. • Assist in the planning and delivery of learning activities under the direction of teaching staff. • Support students with additional learning, social, emotional and behavioural needs. • Promote students' independence, confidence and engagement in learning. • Contribute to maintaining a positive, safe and inclusive learning environment. • Support the assessment and monitoring of student progress. We Are Looking For Someone Who: • Has experience of working with children or young people, preferably in an educational setting. • Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills. • Is patient, adaptable and committed to supporting students to achieve success. • Has strong organisational skills and can work effectively as part of a team. • Demonstrates a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. • Holds GCSE English and Mathematics at Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent). We Can Offer: • A welcoming and supportive academy community. • Friendly and dedicated staff who are committed to excellence. • Opportunities for professional development and career progression. • Access to employee wellbeing support and staff benefits. • The opportunity to make a genuine difference to the lives of young people. TA JDPS Safeguarding Statement: Oasis Academy Leesbrook is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.