Sen Teaching Assistant

TeacherActive Limited.; Altrincham; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24/7 consultants

CPD Courses and certificates

Market leading rates of pay

Referral scheme

Job summary

TeacherActive is working with a specialist SEND school in Altrincham which primarily supports pupils with PMLD and Autism / ASD. The school provides a supportive and inclusive environment focused on meeting individual needs and helping pupils develop their communication, independence and personal skills.

The school is looking to appoint a SEND Teaching Assistant on a full-time, long-term basis from January 2027.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with SEND
• Experience supporting pupils with PMLD and/or Autism / ASD
• Confidence supporting pupils with complex and individual needs
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Patient, caring and resilient approach
• Ability to work effectively as part of a wider school team

Responsibilities

• The SEND Teaching Assistant will support pupils with complex needs throughout the school day, assisting with learning activities, communication, personal development and individual support plans.
• Support pupils with daily routines, help monitor progress and contribute to planning and reviews.
• Collaborate with teachers and other staff to create an inclusive learning environment.

Skills

SEND experience

PMLD

Autism/ASD

Communication

Teamwork

Patience

Resilience

Job description

Job Title: SEND Teaching Assistant

Location: Altrincham

Start Date: January 2027

Salary: £92.63 - £115 per day

Do you have experience supporting children and young people with additional needs?

Are you confident working with pupils with Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities / PMLD and Autism / ASD?

Are you patient, resilient and committed to helping pupils achieve their full potential?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a specialist SEND school in Altrincham which primarily supports pupils with PMLD and Autism / ASD. The school provides a supportive and inclusive environment focused on meeting individual needs and helping pupils develop their communication, independence and personal skills.

The school is looking to appoint a SEND Teaching Assistant on a full-time, long-term basis from January 2027. The successful SEND Teaching Assistant will support pupils with complex needs throughout the school day, assisting with learning activities, communication, personal development and individual support plans.

The successful SEND Teaching Assistant will have:

• Experience working with children or young people with SEND
• Experience supporting pupils with PMLD and/or Autism / ASD
• Confidence supporting pupils with complex and individual needs
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• A patient, caring and resilient approach
• The ability to work effectively as part of a wider school team

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme - Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend Terms and Conditions apply

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment