Full-Time Teaching Assistants - SEN Primary School

Aspire People Limited; Manchester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational agency is seeking Full-Time Teaching Assistants for a specialist primary school in Manchester. The role involves supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN), including ASD and MLD, and requires a calm, empathetic approach. Ideal candidates will have a passion for helping children thrive academically and socially in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with SEN (particularly MLD, ASD, or communication difficulties) is highly desirable.
• A calm, patient, and empathetic approach.
• A genuine passion for working with children who have additional needs.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils on a 1:1 basis or in small groups.
• Assist in the delivery of personalised learning plans.
• Help pupils build confidence and independence.
• Support the management of behaviour positively.
• Ensure a safe, caring learning environment.

Skills

Experience with SEN

Empathy

Communication skills

Job description

Overview

Full-Time Teaching Assistants - SEN Primary School. Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with Special Educational Needs? Do you want to be part of a supportive and nurturing school community that puts pupils at the heart of everything it does? We are working to support a specialist school in Manchester to recruit full-time Teaching Assistants to join their dedicated and experienced team. The school caters to children aged 5 to 11 with a range of needs including: - Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD) - Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD) - Speech, Language and Communication Needs - Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) difficulties - Sensory and/or Physical Needs

About the Role

As a Teaching Assistant you will play a key role in supporting pupils to access a rich, engaging curriculum tailored to their individual needs. You\'ll work closely with teaching staff and other professionals to help children thrive socially, emotionally, and academically.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis or in small groups with their learning and development
• Assisting with the delivery of personalised learning plans
• Helping pupils to build confidence, communication, and independence
• Supporting the management of behaviour in a positive, inclusive way
• Ensuring a safe, caring and supportive learning environment

What We\'re Looking For

• Experience working with children with SEN (particularly MLD, ASD, or communication difficulties) is highly desirable
• A calm, patient, and empathetic approach
• A genuine passion for working with children who have additional needs

If you\'re ready to be part of a school where every child is valued and every achievement celebrated, we\'d love to hear from you.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.