SEN TA

Tradewind Recruitment; Manchester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD courses

Safeguarding training

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant for a secondary school in Salford. You will support pupils with additional needs and help them access learning, building confidence and independence.

The role involves working with teachers, the SENCO and pastoral team, running small-group interventions, and supporting social, emotional and behavioural development. Start ASAP, Monday to Friday, school hours, long-term temporary with potential for permanency.

Qualifications

• Experience as SEN TA or similar in a mainstream secondary school.
• Experience supporting pupils with additional needs.
• Calm, patient and resilient approach.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEN in lessons and small-group interventions.
• Help pupils access and engage with the curriculum.
• Support students with their social, emotional and behavioural development.
• Collaborate with teachers and the SENCO.

Skills

SEN TA

Teaching Assistant

Learning Support Assistant

Job description

Location: Salford
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Contract: Long-term temporary, with potential for permanent employment
Start Date: ASAP
Hours: Monday - Friday, school hours

Are you an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity in a secondary school?

Tradewind Recruitment is currently working with a secondary school in Salford that is looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to join their support team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous mainstream secondary school experience who enjoys supporting young people with additional needs and wants to make a genuine difference to their education.

The Role

You will work alongside teachers, the SENCO and the wider pastoral team to support pupils with a range of additional needs, helping them access learning and develop their confidence and independence.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting pupils with SEN in lessons and through small-group interventions.
• Helping pupils access and engage with the curriculum.
• Supporting students with their social, emotional and behavioural development.
• Working closely with teaching staff and the SENCO.
• Building positive relationships with pupils and encouraging independence.
• Supporting pupils with needs such as ASD, ADHD, SEMH and communication difficulties.

We're Looking For

The ideal candidate will have:

• Previous experience as a SEN TA, Teaching Assistant or Learning Support Assistant.
• Experience working within a mainstream secondary school.
• Experience supporting pupils with additional needs.
• A calm, patient and resilient approach.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• A genuine passion for supporting young people.

Why Tradewind?

As a Tradewind candidate, you'll receive:

• Competitive rates of pay
• 2,500+ free CPD courses, webinars and resources through The National College
• Access to daily supply, long-term and permanent opportunities
• A dedicated education recruitment consultant
• Free annual safeguarding training
• Ongoing support throughout your placement and career

Tradewind Recruitment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.