SEN Teaching Assistant

Vision for Education - Manchester; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An education supply agency is seeking a full-time SEN Teaching Assistant in Trafford to motivate and support pupils with special educational needs. The role offers a rewarding opportunity with excellent pay and professional development to change lives positively. Ideal candidates will have enthusiasm for supporting young learners. The job starts in September 2025 with remuneration between £444 - £475 per week.

Benefits

Excellent daily rates

Guaranteed pay scheme

CPD for professional development

Pension contributions

Social and networking events

Qualifications

• Ability to motivate and support pupils to stay focused
• Enthusiasm for supporting pupils with special educational needs
• Commitment to personal learning and development

Responsibilities

• Support pupils in completing tasks
• Meet the holistic needs of the pupils as directed
• Engage with learners in a rewarding environment

Skills

Motivational skills

Supportive of special educational needs

Commitment to learning and development

Job description

Overview

SEN Teaching Assistant (full-time) – £444 - £475 per week (salary is dependent on experience and/or qualifications). Start date: Septmber 2025. Location: Trafford.

The School and Role

We have several vacancies for SEN Teaching Assistants based in Trafford to work in a highly rewarding special needs school. The overarching purpose of the role is to work with pupils who have learning difficulties and usually with a statement of Special Educational Needs. The ideal SEN Teaching Assistant will be prepared to go the extra mile to support very special young people. You will have the opportunity to be part of a team that is truly changing lives.

Responsibilities / Qualifications

The desired SEN Teaching Assistant will:

• Be able to motivate and support pupil(s) to remain on task and complete work in a focused way
• Meet the holistic needs of the pupils of the children under the direction of the class teacher and senior staff.
• Have an enthusiasm for supporting pupils with special educational needs
• Be committed to personal learning and development

What we offer

As an SEN Teaching Assistant and part of our team, you benefit from:

• Excellent daily rates paid using the PAYE system.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability).
• Social and networking events.
• Pension contributions.
• CPD to help with your professional development.
• Access to a dedicated consultant.

About us

We are a market-leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high quality educators.

The Edwin Group is a Top 10 UK-employer in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2023. Rated as 'Excellent' by our staff in all categories and recognised as having industry leading and world-class levels of employee engagement across the Group.

We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply

If you are an SEN Teaching Assistant based in Trafford who can enthuse, motivate and engage learners and would like the challenge of working in a rewarding environment, then we want to hear from you.

Apply today via this website, or for more information about this role and other opportunities call us on (phone number removed)