Level 3 Teaching Assistant - Shape Young Minds in Year 6
Location: Oldham
Contract: Long-term opportunity
Competitive pay - Pay to Scale
Are you a confident and experienced Teaching Assistant ready to make a lasting impact in a vibrant Year 6 classroom? Cover People are working with a fantastic 2-form entry primary school in South Manchester that's committed to excellence, community, and preparing pupils for their next educational chapter.
This is a brilliant opportunity to support children in their final year of primary education — helping them to grow academically and emotionally as they prepare for their SATs and transition to secondary school.
 
What You'll Do

Deliver focused small group and 1:1 SATs interventions in reading, writing, and maths

Provide high-quality classroom support while working closely with the class teacher

Cover full classes as required, using your initiative and strong behaviour management skills

Support pupils' emotional well-being during a key transitional year

Contribute to a positive, structured, and ambitious learning environment

Who You Are

Hold a Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent

Experienced in working within Year 6 and supporting pupils through SATs preparation

Confident managing whole class cover when needed

Strong communicator and a team player with a proactive approach

Able to provide an up-to-date CV with 10 years of employment history

Why Choose Cover People?

Competitive, pay-to-scale rates that recognise your skills

Free CPD including behaviour management and safeguarding

Personalised support from a friendly and experienced consultant

Access to our Refer a Friend scheme - earn up to £100 per referral