Sen Teaching Assistant

Vision for Education Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 12,915 - 18,450; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent daily rates paid weekly

Pension contributions

Free training and development

Refer a Friend bonus

Dedicated education consultant

Job summary

Vision for Education is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with Special Educational Needs in schools across the Denton area of Manchester. The role is long-term with potential for day-to-day supply work, starting from September with earlier dates possible.

You will work closely with class teachers and SENCOs to provide tailored support for pupils with Autism, ADHD, SEMH, speech and language needs, and other learning needs, helping them access the curriculum and achieve

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with Special Educational Needs in school or similar settings.
• Genuine passion for helping children reach their potential.
• Knowledge of ASC, ADHD, SEMH, speech and language needs, or other learning needs.
• Excellent communication and ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents.
• Confidence to support one-to-one and small-group interventions.
• Patience, resilience, flexibility and a proactive approach.
• Ability to work within a multidisciplinary school team.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils on a one-to-one basis and in small groups to access the curriculum.
• Help pupils develop confidence, relationships and learning goals.
• Adapt activities and use positive behaviour strategies to create a safe and inclusive learning environment.
• Collaborate with school staff and families to support academic progress and wellbeing.

Skills

Experience with SEN

Communication skills

One-to-one and small-group support

Team collaboration

Education

TA qualification Level 1/2/3

Job description

The School & Role

Vision for Education is seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN) in schools across the Denton area of Manchester. Positions are available from September, with earlier start dates considered for suitable candidates. This is a long‑term opportunity, with additional day‑to‑day supply work also available.

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with class teachers, SENCOs, and other professionals to provide tailored support for pupils with a range of additional needs, including Autism (ASC), ADHD, speech and language needs, social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs, and moderate learning difficulties.

You will support pupils on a one‑to‑one basis and in small groups, helping them access the curriculum, develop confidence, build positive relationships, and achieve their individual learning and developmental goals. You will adapt learning activities, encourage independence, and use positive behaviour strategies to create a safe, structured, and inclusive learning environment where every child can succeed.

Working collaboratively with school staff and families, you will play an important role in supporting pupils' academic progress, emotional wellbeing, communication skills, and personal development throughout the school day.

This opportunity would suit an SEN Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, SEND Support Worker, Classroom Assistant, Behaviour Support Assistant, Inclusion Support Assistant, or Education Support Worker looking to make a positive difference in local schools.

Requirements

To be considered for this SEN Teaching Assistant position in Manchester, you should have:

• Experience supporting children or young people with Special Educational Needs within a school, specialist setting, childcare environment, care setting, or similar role, or hold a Level 1, Level 2, or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification.
• A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs and helping them achieve their full potential.
• Knowledge or experience of supporting pupils with Autism (ASC), ADHD, SEMH, speech and language needs, or other additional learning needs.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents.
• Confidence supporting one-to-one interventions, small-group learning, and implementing individual support plans.
• Patience, resilience, flexibility, and a proactive approach to supporting pupils with varying needs.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary school team.

Vision for Education is committed to safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All applicants will be subject to thorough interviewing and reference checks and must hold, or be willing to obtain, an Enhanced DBS check registered on the Update Service.

What Vision for Education Offer

As a valued employee of Vision for Education, you will receive:

• Excellent daily rates paid weekly through our in-house PAYE payroll system.
• Guaranteed Pay Scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
• Pension contributions (subject to qualifying period).
• Full compliance with Agency Workers' Regulations (AWR).
• Free training and professional development opportunities, including Team Teach training, safeguarding updates, autism awareness, behaviour management, and online webinars.
• A generous Refer a Friend bonus scheme.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant.