Health & Social Care Grad: Primary SEND Teaching Assistant

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; Bury; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment LTD. is recruiting for a Health & Social Care Graduate Teaching Assistant in Radcliffe, Bury. You will support pupils aged 4–11 with complex needs, working with teachers and therapists to provide tailored assistance and independence in learning.

This role is ideal for graduates aiming for careers in education, SEND, nursing, social work, or healthcare, with a welcoming team and ongoing professional development. Immediate start available.

Qualifications

• Degree in Health & Social Care or related subject.
• Passion for supporting children with additional needs.
• Patient, caring and resilient approach.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to adapt to individual pupil needs.
• Experience with children or vulnerable individuals is desirable but not essential.
• Willingness to support personal care as part of the role.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils aged 4–11 with complex learning, physical, communication and sensory needs.
• Assist with personal care and medical needs where required.
• Help pupils engage in classroom activities with tailored support.
• Promote communication, social interaction and emotional wellbeing.
• Support sensory integration and regulation strategies.
• Collaborate with therapists and other professionals.
• Encourage independence and celebrate individual achievements.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, families and staff.
• Maintain a safe, nurturing and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Patience & empathy

Compassionate

Education

Degree in Health & Social Care or related subject

Job description

Tradewind Recruitment LTD. is recruiting for a Health & Social Care Graduate Teaching Assistant in Radcliffe, Bury. You will support pupils aged 4–11 with complex needs, working with teachers and therapists to provide tailored assistance and independence in learning.

This role is ideal for graduates aiming for careers in education, SEND, nursing, social work, or healthcare, with a welcoming team and ongoing professional development. Immediate start available.