SEN TA

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd; Denton; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Educato Limited is hiring a SEN Teaching Assistant in Denton to support pupils with SEMH and social communication needs in two specialist classrooms. You will work with an experienced SEN teacher and a dedicated team to help pupils access the curriculum and develop emotional regulation.

Role requires resilience, patience, and a commitment to safeguarding. DBS and references are part of the recruitment process, with Monday to Friday daytime hours and a long-term placement within the school's

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting pupils with autism, ADHD or SEMH needs.
• Calm, patient and emotionally resilient when managing challenging situations.
• Willing to undertake Team Teach training.
• Committed to helping every child reach their potential.

Responsibilities

• Support children 1:1 and in small groups with learning, communication and emotional regulation.
• Use communication boards and visual supports to aid understanding.
• Encourage positive behaviour and emotional expression through consistent strategies.
• Assist with self-care and personal development routines.
• Collaborate with the SEN teacher and wider staff team.

Skills

Autism support

SEMH support

Emotional regulation

Team Teach training

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant Location: Denton Contract: Temporary Full time/Part time: Full time, 8:30am to 3:30pm, Monday to Friday Pay: From £115 per day Start date: 7th September 2026 Expected end date: 23rd July 2027 We're working with a fantastic Primary School who need an experienced and resilient SEN Teaching Assistant to join their fantastic inclusion team.

This is a long-term role supporting pupils within the school's internal alternative provision, working across two specialist classrooms.

About the role

You'll be working alongside a supportive SEN teacher and a strong team of staff to help pupils with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs and social communication difficulties (including autism, ADHD and attachment needs). Your time will be split between two classes:

• Years 2-5 SEMH provision, supporting children who access the curriculum but need help managing their emotions and behaviour.
• A Reception to Year 2 provision for pupils with social communication and learning needs.

Some children are non-verbal, have developing toileting independence, and require elements of personal care.

Key responsibilities

• Supporting children 1:1 and in small groups with learning, communication and emotional regulation
• Using communication boards and visual supports to aid understanding
• Encouraging positive behaviour and emotional expression through consistent strategies
• Assisting with self-care and personal development routines
• Working collaboratively with the SEN teacher and wider staff team

About you

• Experienced in supporting pupils with autism, ADHD or SEMH needs
• Calm, patient and emotionally resilient when managing challenging situations
• Team Teach trained (or willing to undertake training)
• Compassionate and committed to helping every child reach their potential

Why Work with Educato?

• Competitive pay rates.
• Consistent weekday hours (8:30am-3:30pm, Monday to Friday)
• Ongoing, long-term position within a supportive school environment

Continuous support from a friendly and professional education agency

Compliance and Safeguarding This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS (child and adult workforce), satisfactory references, and full compliance with KCSIE (2025) 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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