SEN Teaching Assistant

Senploy; Failsworth; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Educato Limited is recruiting SEN Teaching Assistants to work across mainstream primary schools in Failsworth. You will support children with SEND, delivering 1:1 and group interventions, and help with learning and personal development.

The role is full-time or part-time with hours 8:30am–3:30pm, Monday to Friday, and involves working with teachers to differentiate learning, supporting behavioural needs, and building supportive relationships with pupils and families.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children or young people with SEND.
• Experience as SEN TA or similar (TA/LSA/Support Worker).
• Patient, nurturing and consistent approach.
• Good understanding of different needs and how they affect learning.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Reliable, proactive and committed to supporting pupils.
• Relevant qualifications desirable but experience valued.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support to pupils with additional needs.
• Support pupils within small groups or intervention sessions.
• Work alongside teachers to adapt and differentiate learning.
• Support pupils with social, emotional and behavioural needs.
• Work within SEN provisions or specialist units attached to mainstream schools.
• Help pupils develop confidence, independence and social skills.
• Support pupils with academic and personal development.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, staff and families.
• Follow individual support plans and school policies.

Skills

Patience

Strong communication

Teamwork

Reliable and proactive

Consistent approach

Education

Relevant child/SEND qualifications desirable

Job description

Contract: Temporary, possible option of temp to perm

Full time/Part time: Full time, 8:30am to 3:30pm, Monday to Friday

Pay: From £109.72 per day

Expected end date: 23rd July 2027

Educato are currently recruiting SEN Teaching Assistants to work across a range of mainstream primary schools throughout Failsworth.

We are looking for passionate, patient and experienced support staff who are confident working with children and young people with SEND and are keen to make a genuine difference in their education and development.

As an SEN TA, your role could involve working 1:1 with individual pupils, supporting small groups, delivering interventions or working as part of a specialist SEN unit within a mainstream school. The exact responsibilities will vary depending on the school, pupil needs and your own experience.

The role may include:

• Providing 1:1 support to pupils with additional needs
• Supporting pupils within small groups or intervention sessions
• Working alongside teachers to adapt and differentiate learning
• Supporting pupils with social, emotional and behavioural needs
• Working within SEN provisions or specialist units attached to mainstream schools
• Helping pupils develop their confidence, independence and social skills
• Supporting pupils with their academic and personal development
• Building positive relationships with pupils, staff and families
• Following individual support plans and school policies

We are looking for:

• Previous experience working with children or young people with SEND
• Experience as an SEN TA, Teaching Assistant, LSA, Support Worker or similar
• A patient, nurturing and consistent approach
• Good understanding of different additional needs and how they can impact learning
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Someone who is reliable, proactive and committed to supporting pupils
• Relevant qualifications are desirable but experience is equally valued

Whether you're an experienced SEN TA looking for your next long-term opportunity or an experienced support worker looking to move into education, we'd love to hear from you.

Compliance and Safeguarding

This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS (child/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.