Secondary SEN 1:1 Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Manchester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive weekly pay via PAYE

Full-time and part-time roles

Free access to CPD and SEN training

Job summary

Teaching Personnel are recruiting a dedicated 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils at a specialist secondary SEN school in the Didsbury area. The role involves working with students aged 11-19 with physical disabilities, medical needs and communication challenges, within a nurturing multidisciplinary team.

Successful candidates will provide tailored 1:1 support, assist with mobility and communication, and help students access learning and daily activities.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting students with SEN is essential.
• Ability to work 1:1 with a student and adapt to changing needs.
• Awareness of EHCPs and safeguarding expectations is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support to a student across lessons and activities.
• Assist pupils with physical needs and mobility where required.
• Support students with communication difficulties using personalised strategies.
• Encourage independence and participation in classroom learning.
• Work with teaching staff to adapt activities to individual needs.
• Support the implementation of EHCPs and safeguarding procedures.
• Assist with personal care where necessary.
• Monitor progress, behaviour and wellbeing, providing feedback to staff.
• Promote positive relationships, self-esteem and confidence, and maintain a safe environment.

Skills

Compassionate

Patient

Relationship-building

Adaptable

Job description

1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant
Secondary SEN School - Didsbury
Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities Available
Teaching Personnel

Be the Difference in a Young Person's Educational Journey

Are you passionate about supporting young people with additional needs? Do you want a role where every day presents an opportunity to help a student build confidence, independence, and achieve their personal goals?

Teaching Personnel is recruiting for a dedicated 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils within a specialist secondary SEN school in the Didsbury area. The school caters for students aged 11-19 with a range of physical difficulties, complex medical conditions, and communication needs, creating a nurturing environment where every young person is given the support they need to thrive.

This rewarding role offers the opportunity to make a genuine impact while working as part of an experienced and supportive multidisciplinary team.

The Role

As a 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant, you will provide tailored support to an individual student, helping them access learning, engage in school life, and develop important life skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support to a student across lessons and school activities.
• Assist pupils with physical needs and mobility where required.
• Support students with communication difficulties using personalised communication strategies.
• Encourage independence and participation in classroom learning.
• Work closely with teaching staff to adapt learning activities to individual needs.
• Support the implementation of Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).
• Assist students with personal care where necessary.
• Monitor progress, behaviour, and wellbeing, providing feedback to teaching staff.
• Promote positive relationships, self-esteem, and confidence.
• Maintain a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment at all times.

We're Looking For

Successful candidates will be:

• Compassionate, patient, and committed to supporting young people with SEN.
• Confident building positive relationships with students and staff.
• Adaptable and able to respond to the changing needs of pupils.

• Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant, SEN Support Assistant, or Care Worker.
• Experience supporting individuals with physical disabilities or medical needs.
• Understanding of communication difficulties and alternative communication methods.
• Experience supporting young people on a 1:1 basis.

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

As the UK's leading education recruitment agency, Teaching Personnel offers:

• Competitive weekly pay through PAYE
• Full-time and part-time opportunities to suit your availability
• Free access to CPD and specialist SEN training courses
• Dedicated education consultants supporting you throughout your placement
• Opportunities for long-term, short-term, and permanent roles
• Access to a wide network of schools across Greater Manchester
• Simple registration process with ongoing career support

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. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.