Primary SEND Teaching Assistant

Cover People UK; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Cover People UK are recruiting a Primary SEND Teaching Assistant to work in a North Manchester primary school. You will support pupils with SEND, helping them participate in lessons and build independence.

The role requires a patient, proactive individual with SEND experience, strong communication and teamwork to follow staff guidance. Pay is £95-£120 per day, depending on experience, with an ASAP start.

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting children with SEND or additional learning needs.
• A nurturing and flexible approach.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• The ability to adapt activities and strategies to suit different pupils.
• Confidence encouraging engagement and managing behaviour positively.
• Good teamwork skills and the ability to follow guidance from teaching staff.
• A genuine commitment to helping children make progress.

Responsibilities

• Providing one-to-one and small-group support during lessons.
• Helping pupils access the curriculum and complete learning activities.
• Adapting resources and instructions to suit individual needs.
• Supporting children with communication, social interaction and emotional regulation.
• Encouraging independence and positive learning habits.
• Reinforcing classroom routines and appropriate behaviour.
• Supporting pupils with different learning abilities and developmental needs.
• Working alongside teachers to deliver targeted interventions.
• Observing pupil progress and sharing relevant feedback with staff.
• Helping maintain a safe, supportive and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

SEND support

Job description

Primary SEND Teaching Assistant

Location: North Manchester

Start Date: ASAP

Role: School-based support

Pay: £95-£120 per day, depending on experience

Cover People are currently recruiting for a SEND Teaching Assistant to work within a primary school in North Manchester. This is an opportunity for someone who enjoys helping children overcome barriers to learning and providing tailored support to pupils with additional needs.

We are looking for a caring and adaptable individual who can work closely with teaching staff to create an inclusive classroom environment where every child has the opportunity to develop and succeed.

The Role

You will support pupils with special educational needs and disabilities, helping them participate in lessons, build confidence and develop their independence.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Providing one-to-one and small-group support during lessons.
• Helping pupils access the curriculum and complete learning activities.
• Adapting resources and instructions to suit individual needs.
• Supporting children with communication, social interaction and emotional regulation.
• Encouraging independence and positive learning habits.
• Reinforcing classroom routines and appropriate behaviour.
• Supporting pupils with different learning abilities and developmental needs.
• Working alongside teachers to deliver targeted interventions.
• Observing pupil progress and sharing relevant feedback with staff.
• Helping maintain a safe, supportive and inclusive learning environment.

About You

We’re looking for a patient, proactive Teaching Assistant who can build positive relationships with children and respond sensitively to their individual needs.

You should have:

• Previous experience supporting children with SEND or additional learning needs.
• A nurturing and flexible approach.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• The ability to adapt activities and strategies to suit different pupils.
• Confidence encouraging engagement and managing behaviour positively.
• Good teamwork skills and the ability to follow guidance from teaching staff.
• A genuine commitment to helping children make progress.

Experience in a primary school or specialist SEND setting would be beneficial. Applications from candidates with experience supporting autism, communication difficulties, developmental needs or social, emotional and mental health needs are welcome.

Why Work Through Cover People?

• Opportunities within primary schools across North Manchester.
• Work supporting pupils with a range of additional needs.
• The chance to make a meaningful difference to children’s learning and development.
• Opportunity to build further experience in SEND education.
• Support from a dedicated Cover People consultant.

If you’re a Teaching Assistant who is passionate about inclusion and helping children achieve their potential, we’d love to hear from you.

All pay rates include 12.07% statutory holiday pay where applicable.

Cover People are acting as an employment business on behalf of these schools. Successful applicants will be subject to safeguarding and vetting procedures in line with statutory guidance, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Cover People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.