Teaching Assistant

Location: Bolton (BL3)
Pay: per day
Start: ASAP / Ongoing

A mainstream primary school in Oldham (BL3) is seeking a confident, adaptable and resilient Teaching Assistant to support pupils in a Year 6 class
, including children with a range of additional, behavioural and learning needs
.

This role focuses on helping pupils manage the academic demands of their final year in primary school while supporting emotional wellbeing, behaviour and preparation for transition to secondary education.

• Supporting pupils in a Year 6 classroom
  , including those with varying additional needs

• Providing targeted 1:1 and small group support
  , particularly in core subjects

• Supporting pupils with behaviour, anxiety, focus and emotional regulation

• Working closely with the class teacher and SEN team to implement individual strategies

• Encouraging independence, resilience and responsibility

• Supporting pupils with transition readiness and confidence building

• Have experience working with upper KS2 pupils
  , ideally Year 6

• Be confident supporting children with complex learning, behavioural or emotional needs

• Be calm, consistent and able to apply clear boundaries

• Have knowledge of ASD, ADHD, SEMH, anxiety or learning difficulties (desirable)

If you are a strong and dedicated Year 6 Teaching Assistant who understands the challenges of supporting pupils with differing needs at this key stage, we would love to hear from you.