SEN Classroom Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Middleton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD and training opportunities

Dedicated consultant support

Potential long-term/permanent roles

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is seeking an SEN Classroom Assistant for a specialist primary school in Middleton. You will support pupils aged 3-11 with diverse needs, delivering tailored activities and fostering a nurturing, inclusive classroom environment.

The role focuses on academic and personal development, requiring patience, effective communication, and the ability to adapt to individual learning plans. A committed consultant will support you throughout your placement, with opportunities for

Qualifications

• Experience working with children, ideally within SEN or educational settings.
• Willingness to provide personal care support when required.
• Demonstrates patience, empathy and a proactive attitude.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to adapt to diverse needs of pupils.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support and work with small groups of pupils.
• Assist with delivering personalised learning activities tailored to individual needs.
• Encourage positive behaviour and engagement in classroom activities.
• Support pupils' social, emotional, and communication development.
• Help children overcome barriers to learning and achieve individual targets.
• Build positive relationships with teachers, families, and external professionals.

Skills

1:1 support

Patience

Communication

Adaptability

Education

Relevant qualifications (desirable)

Job description

Middleton, Greater Manchester | Teaching Personnel

Do you have a passion for supporting children with additional needs and helping them thrive in a nurturing educational environment? Teaching Personnel is looking for a dedicated SEN Classroom Assistant to join a specialist primary school in Middleton, where every child's progress is celebrated and every achievement matters.

This welcoming specialist provision supports pupils aged 3-11 with a range of additional learning needs. The school is committed to creating an inclusive, child-centred environment where pupils are encouraged to develop confidence, independence, and a love of learning.

As an SEN Classroom Assistant, you'll play a vital role in supporting pupils both academically and personally, helping them overcome challenges and reach their full potential.

Working closely with teachers and support staff, you will:

• Provide 1:1 support and work with small groups of pupils.


• Assist with delivering personalised learning activities tailored to individual needs.


• Encourage positive behaviour and engagement in classroom activities.


• Support pupils' social, emotional, and communication development.


• Help children overcome barriers to learning and achieve individual targets.


• Build positive relationships with teachers, families, and external professionals to ensure the best outcomes for every child.

This specialist primary school prides itself on its flexible and inclusive approach to education. Through personalised support and strong partnerships within the wider learning community, the school creates opportunities for every pupil to succeed.

Staff are passionate about providing a safe, supportive, and engaging environment where children feel valued, respected, and empowered to achieve their goals.

Has experience working with children, ideally within an SEN or educational setting.

Is willing to provide personal care support when required.

Demonstrates patience, empathy, and a positive, proactive attitude.

Has excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

Can adapt to meet the diverse needs of pupils.

Is genuinely passionate about supporting children with additional needs.

Holds relevant qualifications (desirable but not essential).

Competitive weekly pay through PAYE.

Access to ongoing CPD and training opportunities.

Dedicated support from a specialist consultant throughout your placement.

Opportunities to secure long-term and permanent positions.

The chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and their families.

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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