Classroom Support Assistant

Engage Education; Manchester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay (PAYE or Umbrella)

Consultant support

Ongoing professional development

Access to diverse school placements

Experience in SEN education

Rewarding role making a difference

Job summary

Engage Education in Manchester is seeking a dedicated SEN Classroom Support Assistant to help pupils with additional needs reach their full potential. You will work closely with teachers to deliver engaging activities and support pupils’ personal development in a welcoming SEN setting.

The role emphasizes patience, empathy, and teamwork, with opportunities to gain valuable SEN experience and professional development. Start dates are immediate/flexible, with full-time hours in Manchester.

Qualifications

• Patient, caring and empathetic people with a genuine desire to support pupils with SEN.
• Excellent communicators who work well in teams.
• Confident, proactive and adaptable to changing needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with additional needs.
• Support children with ASD, ADHD, communication difficulties and other complex needs.
• Assist the class teacher with delivering engaging and inclusive learning activities.
• Encourage positive behaviour, social interaction and emotional development.
• Help create a safe, nurturing and stimulating classroom environment.
• Support pupils with their personal development and daily routines.
• Celebrate every achievement, no matter how big or small!

Skills

Patience & empathy

Team player

Excellent communication

Adaptable

Job description

SEN Classroom Support Assistant - Manchester

Engage Education | Manchester

Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs? Do you have the patience, enthusiasm and dedication to help every child reach their full potential?

Engage Education is currently recruiting enthusiastic and compassionate Classroom Support Assistants to work within a welcoming and supportive Special Educational Needs (SEN) school in Manchester.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who wants to make a real difference in the lives of pupils, helping them develop confidence, independence and essential life skills.

The Role

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with additional needs.
• Support children with ASD, ADHD, communication difficulties and other complex needs.
• Assist the class teacher with delivering engaging and inclusive learning activities.
• Encourage positive behaviour, social interaction and emotional development.
• Help create a safe, nurturing and stimulating classroom environment.
• Support pupils with their personal development and daily routines.
• Celebrate every achievement, no matter how big or small!

What We're Looking For

• Patient, caring and empathetic.
• Passionate about supporting children with SEN.
• Confident, proactive and adaptable.
• Excellent communicators and team players.
• Committed to making a positive difference.

Previous experience in a school, care or support setting is desirable but not essential. A positive attitude and willingness to learn are just as important!

Why Work with Engage Education?

• Competitive rates of pay. - PAYE or Umbrella.
• Dedicated consultant support.
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development.
• Access to a range of school placements.
• The opportunity to gain valuable experience in SEN education.
• A rewarding role where you can genuinely change lives.

Location: Manchester

Position: SEN Classroom Support Assistant

Start Date: Immediate / Flexible

Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday

Every child deserves the opportunity to shine. Be part of their journey