Learning Support Assistant

Engage Education; Ringway; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily pay

Full-time, long-term opportunities

Dedicated education consultant

Specialist SEND opportunities

Free CPD and training

PAYE employment

Ongoing support

Permanent positions

Wellbeing & employee benefits

Job summary

Engage Education are recruiting SEN Learning Support Assistants to support children with Special Educational Needs across Manchester. The role involves 1:1 and small-group support, helping pupils access the curriculum and participate in lessons, and collaborating with teachers and SEN professionals to deliver personalised support.

We welcome caring, resilient individuals with a passion for helping young people with SEND, with experience in schools, care or youth work.

Qualifications

• Experience with SEN/SEND in education settings.
• Experience in school, care or youth work settings.
• Patient, calm and nurturing approach.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to remain resilient with challenging behaviour.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with additional needs.
• Support pupils to access the curriculum and participate in lessons.
• Work closely with teachers, SENCOs and pastoral staff to provide personalised support.
• Support pupils with autism, ADHD, SEMH, and learning disabilities.
• Help pupils develop confidence, independence and social skills.
• Support emotional regulation and positive behaviour.
• Assist with differentiated learning activities and interventions.
• Implement strategies from EHCPs and individual plans.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils.
• Encourage engagement and help pupils achieve their goals.

Skills

SEN experience

Communication skills

Teamwork

Resilience

Patience

Education

Level 2/3 TA qualification

Job description

SEN Learning Support Assistant - Manchester

Location: Manchester

Salary: £95-£110 per day, dependent on experience

Contract: Full-time, long-term

Start Date: September 2026

SEN Learning Support Assistant - Make a Real Difference Every Day

Engage Education are currently recruiting passionate and dedicated SEN Learning Support Assistants to work with a range of supportive schools across Manchester.

We are looking for caring, resilient and enthusiastic individuals who are passionate about supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced Teaching Assistants, Learning Support Assistants, Support Workers, Youth Workers and individuals with a strong background in care or SEN to develop their experience within education.

The Role

As an SEN Learning Support Assistant, you will:

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with additional needs.
• Support pupils to access the curriculum and participate fully in lessons.
• Work closely with teachers, SENCOs and pastoral staff to provide personalised support.
• Support pupils with autism, ADHD, SEMH, communication needs and learning difficulties.
• Help pupils develop confidence, independence and social skills.
• Support emotional regulation and positive behaviour.
• Assist with differentiated learning activities and interventions.
• Implement strategies outlined in pupils' EHCPs and individual support plans.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils.
• Encourage engagement and help pupils achieve their individual goals.

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate will have:

• Previous experience working with children or young people with SEN/SEND.
• Experience in a school, specialist provision, PRU, care or youth work setting.
• A patient, calm and nurturing approach.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• The ability to remain resilient when supporting challenging or dysregulated behaviour.
• A genuine passion for helping young people overcome barriers to learning.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a wider team.

Experience supporting pupils with autism, complex needs, SEMH, ADHD or challenging behaviour would be highly desirable.

A Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification is advantageous but not essential where the candidate has relevant experience.

Why Work With Engage Education?

As an Engage SEN Learning Support Assistant, you can expect:

• Competitive daily rates of pay.
• Full-time and long-term opportunities.
• A dedicated education consultant.
• Access to specialist SEND opportunities.
• Free CPD and training.
• PAYE employment.
• Ongoing support throughout your placement.
• Opportunities to secure permanent positions.
• Access to wellbeing and employee benefits.

Engage Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to appropriate safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check where required