Non-Verbal and Communication Needs Teaching Assistant

Senploy; Denton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Dedicated consultant

SEND school opportunities

Long-term & daily supply

Refer a friend

Career-long support

Job summary

Educato Limited in Denton, Manchester, is seeking a compassionate Non-Verbal and Communication Needs Teaching Assistant to support pupils with a range of complex needs, including non-speaking students. The role is temporary and full-time, with a start date in November 2026.

You will provide 1:1 and small-group support, use communication aids such as PECS or AAC, and work with teachers and therapists to help pupils access learning and develop confidence.

Qualifications

• Proven experience supporting children or young people with speech, language or communication needs.
• Understanding of alternative communication methods (PECS, AAC, visual systems) is beneficial.
• Patient, empathetic approach; adaptable to individual communication styles.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with communication difficulties.
• Support non-speaking pupils to express needs and emotions.
• Use communication aids (PECS, AAC, visual boards) where applicable.
• Encourage communication and social interaction through tailored activities.
• Collaborate with teachers, speech and language therapists and other professionals.

Skills

1:1 support

AAC/PECS knowledge

Patience & empathy

Team collaboration

Job description

Non-Verbal and Communication Needs Teaching Assistant

Employer:

Location:

M34 0AE

Pay:

Contract Type:

Temporary

Hours:

Full time

Disability Confident:

No

Closing Date:

16/11/2026

About this job

Non-Verbal and Communication Needs Teaching Assistant Location: Denton, Manchester Contract: Temporary Full time/Part time: Full time, 8:30am to 3:30pm, Monday to Friday Pay: From £110 per day Start date: 2nd November 2026 Expected end date: 17th July 2027 Educato is working in partnership with a welcoming and supportive SEND school in Denton, who are looking to appoint a compassionate and dedicated Non-Verbal and Communication Needs Teaching Assistant.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Teaching Assistant who is passionate about helping pupils with communication difficulties express themselves, build relationships and access learning.

You'll be supporting children with a range of complex needs, including pupils who are non-speaking or have limited verbal communication, helping them develop their communication, confidence and independence in a nurturing specialist environment.

The Role As a Non-Verbal and Communication Needs Teaching Assistant, you will:

Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with communication difficulties and additional learning needs.

Support non-speaking pupils and those with limited verbal communication to express their needs, preferences and emotions.

Use appropriate communication methods, including visual aids, communication boards, PECS or AAC systems, where applicable.

Encourage pupils to develop their communication, interaction and social skills through personalised activities.

Support pupils with autism, sensory processing differences and other complex SEND where communication is a key area of need.

Help pupils access classroom activities by adapting resources and following individual communication strategies.

Work collaboratively with teachers, speech and language therapists and other professionals to support each pupil's development.

We're Looking For

Previous experience supporting children or young people with speech, language or communication needs, including non-speaking pupils.

An understanding of alternative and augmentative communication methods, such as PECS, AAC or visual communication systems, would be beneficial.

A patient, attentive and empathetic approach, with the ability to recognise and respond to pupils' individual communication styles.

The ability to encourage communication and engagement without placing pressure on pupils to communicate in a particular way.

Strong communication and teamwork skills.

A genuine passion for helping pupils express themselves, build relationships and develop greater independence.

Why Register with Educato?

• Competitive rates of pay, from £110 per day.
• Dedicated consultant supporting you throughout your placement.
• Opportunities in SEND schools, mainstream schools with specialist provisions and alternative provisions.
• Long-term, permanent and daily supply opportunities available.
• Recommend a friend scheme.
• Ongoing support throughout your career.

Whether you're an experienced Communication Needs Teaching Assistant or have a strong background supporting children with additional communication needs, we'd love to hear from you.

Compliance and Safeguarding This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check (child/child and adult workforce), satisfactory references, and full compliance with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE 2026) guidance and safer recruitment standards.

Overseas police checks may be required where applicable.

Educato Limited is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Educato Limited acts as an employment business in relation to this vacancy.

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