Inclusion & SEN Support Assistant

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Salford; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive PAYE payments

Immediate start

CPD courses

Support from specialist consultant

Long-term placements & contracts

Job summary

Teaching Personnel in Salford is seeking a dedicated Inclusion & Learning Support Practitioner to join a welcoming SEN school. This full-time role offers an immediate start and the chance to make a meaningful difference for pupils with moderate SEN such as ASC, MLD, SLCN, ADHD.

You will provide 1:1 and small-group support, help deliver personalised activities, and work with teachers, therapists, and families to promote inclusion, progress, and wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEN.
• Patient, resilient and compassionate approach.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team.
• Desirable but not essential: relevant qualifications in Education, Childcare, Health & Social Care or Psychology.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with additional learning needs.
• Support delivery of personalised learning activities under guidance of teaching staff.
• Encourage pupil participation, independence and self-esteem.
• Implement individual learning and behaviour support strategies.
• Assist with communication, emotional regulation and social development.
• Adapt resources and activities to meet individual pupil needs.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, support staff and families.
• Monitor progress and contribute to pupil observations and reports.
• Promote a safe, positive and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

SEN support

1:1 support

Teamwork

Patience & compassion

Education

Education/Childcare/Health & Social Care/ Psychology quals desirable

Job description

Inclusion & SEN Support Assistant

Specialist Education Support Role | Salford | Full-Time | Immediate Start

Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs to achieve their full potential? Teaching Personnel is currently recruiting for a dedicated Inclusion & Learning Support Practitioner to join a welcoming SEN school in the Salford area. This is a full‑time position with an immediate start, offering the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of pupils with a range of moderate Special Educational Needs (SEN).

The school supports pupils who may present with needs such as Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD), Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN), ADHD, sensory processing difficulties, social communication challenges, and developmental delays. Staff work closely together to provide a nurturing, structured, and inclusive learning environment where every child can thrive both academically and socially.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with additional learning needs.
• Support the delivery of personalised learning activities under the guidance of teaching staff.
• Encourage pupil participation, independence, and self‑esteem.
• Implement individual learning and behaviour support strategies.
• Assist with communication, emotional regulation, and social development.
• Adapt resources and learning activities to meet individual pupil needs.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, support staff, and families.
• Monitor progress and contribute to pupil observations and reports.
• Promote a safe, positive, and inclusive learning environment at all times.

What We're Looking For

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEN, either in education, care, youth work, residential settings, or community services.
• A patient, resilient, and compassionate approach.
• Strong communication and relationship‑building skills.
• A genuine passion for inclusive education and supporting vulnerable learners.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Confidence managing a range of learning, communication, and behavioural needs.Relevant qualifications in Education, Childcare, Health & Social Care, Psychology, or related fields are desirable but not essential.

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive weekly pay through PAYE.
• Full‑time opportunity with an immediate start.
• Access to free and heavily discounted CPD courses to support ongoing professional development
• Dedicated support from a specialist education consultant.
• Opportunities for long‑term placements and permanent school contracts.
• Flexible career pathways across SEN, SEMH, mainstream, and alternative provision settings.
• Access to a wide range of education roles across Greater Manchester.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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