Teaching Assistant Level 3

As Teaching Assistant L3, you will be working with the SENDCO / HLTA to develop and deliver an effective Achievement for All function.

Timings of weekly working hours to be determined.

A role in a new school is an opportunity education professionals dream about. You will be part of a talented and committed staff team that is growing a school from Year 7 upwards, supporting the development of its ethos and embedding it into the community of school. We also have the benefit of a brand-new building, with state-of-the-art facilities, and supported by the local, successful, and experienced Cranmer Education Trust.

This is an exciting and challenging role. It is a post for a dedicated, energetic and creative professional. The demands will be varied, interesting and developmental, and will put you at the heart of a school that is in its final year of growth to capacity. The person specification sets out the key experience, commitment and essential professional skills and qualities that we are looking for.

In brief, we are looking for:

• An individual committed to ambition, excellence and community who will work with the staff body to drive the growth and development of The Brian Clarke CE Academy to become an outstanding provider for young people and a school where staff, who are committed and ambitious for young people, take pride in and enjoy their work.

• An individual able to build relationships and rapport with students, parents, carers and colleagues, as well as communicating directly with relevant external agencies.

• Someone who will go the extra mile for students, not because they are asked to but because they want to; someone who will do their utmost to ensure that all of our students progress to the future destinations of their choice.

• Someone who will inspire students and the staff they work with.

• An excellent communicator with sound analytical skills and a flexible approach.

The Cranmer Education Trust

The Cranmer Education Trust is a successful trust which prides itself on looking after its people, offering a high level of support and access to expertise.  This is an excellent time to join the team, as we develop collaborative structures and systems to enhance and support our growing family of schools.   

We are a growing schools trust with both primary and secondary schools, across Oldham and Rochdale. The trust also incorporates a teacher training school and the East Manchester Teaching Hub, which support the training and development of new and existing teachers across the North West of England. 

Applications close 9am, Tuesday 5 May 2026

Interviews will be week commencing Monday 11 May 2026

CVs are not accepted. Applications must be made via our online portal: Apply for TA L3

Applicants must be available for our staff induction days on Thursday 27th and Friday 28th August 2026.