1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant

Value Education LTD; Manchester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

CPD and training

Referral bonus

September start dates

Support from recruitment consultant

Job summary

Value Education LTD is recruiting 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistants to support pupils in mainstream settings across the Manchester area. Roles are full-time, long-term or temporary-to-permanent with September start dates.

The position involves dedicated 1:1 support for pupils with additional needs, collaboration with teachers and SEN staff, and opportunities for permanent contracts for the right candidates. DBS and TA qualifications are valued but not essential.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEN in schools or related settings.
• Calm, patient, nurturing approach with pupils.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils individually throughout the school day.
• Work with children with ASC, ADHD, speech and language needs, SEMH, or learning difficulties.
• Help pupils access learning and engage in lessons.
• Promote positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing.
• Collaborate with teachers, SENCOs and external professionals to tailor support.
• Encourage pupil independence, confidence and social development.

Skills

SEN support

Calm demeanor

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Behaviour management

Education

Teaching Assistant qualification (desirable)

Job description

1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant - Mainstream Primary Schools

Location:Manchester

Job Type: Full-Time | Long-Term | Temporary to Permanent
Start Date:ASAP
Salary: £95 - £110 per day (dependent on experience)

Make a Difference Every Day

Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN)?

We are seeking caring, patient and committed 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistants to support pupils in Mainstream Settings across the Manchester area. These full-time, long-term roles start in September, with many offering the potential for permanent contracts to the right candidates.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced Teaching Assistants, Support Workers, Care Workers or graduates looking to develop a rewarding career in education.

The Role

As a 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant, you will provide dedicated support to pupils with additional needs within a mainstream classroom setting.

Your key responsibilities include:

• Supporting pupils individually throughout the school day.
• Working with children who may have Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, speech and language needs, SEMH, learning difficulties or other additional needs.
• Helping pupils access learning and fully engage in lessons.
• Promoting positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing.
• Collaborating closely with class teachers, SENCOs and external professionals to implement tailored support strategies.
• Encouraging pupils' independence, confidence and social development.

What We Are Looking For

We welcome applicants who have:

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEN in schools, care, youth work or similar settings.
• A calm, patient and nurturing approach.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to build positive relationships with pupils and colleagues.
• A flexible and proactive attitude.
• A Teaching Assistant qualification is desirable but not essential.
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or a willingness to obtain one.

What We Offer

• Competitive daily pay of £95-£110.
• Long-term assignments with opportunities to secure permanent roles.
• September start dates across a wide range of mainstream Primary and Secondary schools.
• Support from an experienced education recruitment consultant.
• Weekly pay.
• Ongoing CPD and training opportunities.
• Referral bonus scheme.

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary, Temp-to-Perm

Pay: £95.00-£110.00 per day

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Location: Manchester

Start Date:ASAP