SEN Teaching Assistant

TeacherActive; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in education is seeking a SEND Learning Support Assistant to provide essential support to young people with diverse needs. This role offers a chance to make a significant impact in the lives of students diagnosed with Autism and other learning difficulties. The ideal candidate will possess excellent classroom management skills and a nurturing personality, ensuring a supportive learning environment. With immediate start opportunities and a dedicated team to assist you, this position promises both professional growth and rewarding experiences in the education sector.

Benefits

Dedicated team of consultants available 24/7

Guaranteed Payment Scheme

CPD Courses and certificates

Market-leading rates of pay

Referral Scheme: Receive up to £100

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children in groups or 1:1.
• Ability to adapt and be flexible to the needs of others.

Responsibilities

• Support young people with Autism and challenging behaviours.
• Assist in SEND settings with a caring approach.

Skills

Experience working within SEND settings

Excellent classroom management skills

Caring and nurturing personality

Job description

Job Title: SEND Learning Support Assistant

Location: Manchester

Start Date: Immediate Start

Salary: £89-£100 per day

About the Role

Are you adaptable and flexible to the needs of others? Are you proactive in supporting young people? Do you have experience working with children with Autism or challenging behaviours?

TeacherActive is proud to work with several Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) providers across Manchester. We are looking for experienced SEND Learning Support Assistants / SEND LSAs to join our team. As one of the UK's largest education agencies, we offer in-house career progression and are committed to providing quality staff.

We support a wide range of diagnoses, including Autism / ASD, SLD / Severe Learning Difficulties, PMLD / Profound & Multiple Learning Difficulties, SEMH / Social Emotional Mental Health, EBD / Emotional Behavioural Difficulties, and ADD / Attention Deficit Disorder. If you have experience working with children diagnosed with these conditions, we are likely to find a rewarding role for you.

Candidate Requirements

• Experience working within SEND settings
• Experience supporting children in groups or 1:1
• Excellent classroom management skills
• A caring and nurturing personality

Benefits

• Dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to assist you with onboarding
• Guaranteed Payment Scheme (Terms and Conditions apply)
• CPD Courses and certificates through 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, ensuring correct TAX and National Insurance contributions, with no admin charges deducted from your pay.

Application Process

If interested, click APPLY NOW. We will contact you to discuss the opportunity. Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks, and professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service and can offer a variety of opportunities in schools and educational institutions with flexible timings and competitive pay.

For inquiries, email: (url removed) or contact us at: (phone number removed).

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and invited to register with TeacherActive. We are an equal opportunities employer and operate as an Employment Business for temporary or contract roles.