SEN Support Specialist – Team Teach Trained

Engage Education; Manchester; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Engage Education is recruiting Team Teach trained Teaching Assistants, Behaviour Mentors, Learning Support Assistants and SEN Support Workers to work across specialist schools in Manchester and surrounding areas. You will support pupils with SEND, SEMH and complex needs, helping them access learning and develop confidence and independence.

Roles include 1:1 and small-group support, positive behaviour strategies and close collaboration with teachers and SENCOs.

Qualifications

• Current Team Teach training - essential for some roles
• Experience within SEN, SEMH, PRU, AP or specialist school settings
• Experience supporting challenging behaviour or complex needs
• A calm, patient and resilient approach
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Genuine passion for supporting children and young people
• An enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils with SEND, SEMH and behavioural needs
• Providing 1:1 and small-group support
• Supporting positive behaviour and emotional regulation
• Using de-escalation and positive behaviour strategies
• Working closely with teachers, SENCOs and wider support teams
• Helping pupils engage with learning and build independence
• Following individual behaviour and support plans
• Creating a safe, calm and supportive environment

Skills

Team Teach training

SEN experience

Behaviour management

Communication

Patience & resilience

Job description

Engage Education is recruiting Team Teach trained Teaching Assistants, Behaviour Mentors, Learning Support Assistants and SEN Support Workers to work across specialist schools in Manchester and surrounding areas. You will support pupils with SEND, SEMH and complex needs, helping them access learning and develop confidence and independence.

Roles include 1:1 and small-group support, positive behaviour strategies and close collaboration with teachers and SENCOs.