SEN Teaching Assistant

Prospero Teaching; Manchester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Prospero Teaching are recruiting a SEN Teaching Assistant for a primary school in M16, Manchester. The role involves supporting pupils with autism, ADHD and SEMH needs, 1:1 or small groups, and assisting in delivering engaging lessons under the teacher’s guidance.

The successful candidate will promote confidence, communication and positive behaviour, acting as a reliable adult role model in the classroom and on the playground. Term-time only, full-time schedule.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting or mentoring children or young people.
• Patience, approachable and able to build positive relationships with pupils.
• GCSE Maths & English or equivalent required.
• Calm under pressure with a positive outlook.
• Committed to inclusion and helping every child succeed.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils in the classroom, 1:1 or in small groups.
• Help deliver engaging lessons under the guidance of the class teacher.
• Assist pupils with additional needs, promoting confidence and positive behaviour.
• Provide encouragement and motivation in class, activities or on the playground.
• Act as a reliable adult role model supporting social and emotional development.

Skills

Experience with pupils

Patience

Literacy & numeracy

Calm under pressure

Inclusive education

Education

GCSE Maths & English or equivalent

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant (VR/1031861) City Of Manchester, England

SEN Teaching Assistant
Job Title: Teaching Assistant (SEN)
Area: M16, Greater Manchester
Start Date: 01/09/2026
Contract Type: Full-time (Term-time only)
Salary: GBP100- GBP110.00 per day (depending on experience)
Working hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm

About the School:

We are recruiting on behalf of a respected primary school in M16 that provides a calm, structured, and supportive environment for young people. The school supports pupils with Autism, ADHD, learning disabilities, and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. Known for its inclusive culture and strong teamwork, the school delivers a personalised curriculum that promotes both academic progress and emotional wellbeing. With small class sizes and a high staff-to-pupil ratio, this role offers a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in students lives.

About the Role as a Teaching Assistant:

• Support pupils in the classroom, working 1:1 or with small groups
• Help deliver engaging lessons under the guidance of the class teacher
• Assist pupils with additional needs, promoting confidence, communication, and positive behaviour
• Provide encouragement and motivation - in class, during activities, or on the playground
• Act as a reliable adult role model, supporting pupils social and emotional development

What Were Looking For:

• Experience supporting or mentoring children or young people (school, youth work, sports coaching, volunteering or similar)
• Patient, approachable, and able to build positive relationships with pupils
• Good literacy and numeracy skills (GCSE Maths & English or equivalent)
• Calm under pressure with a positive outlook and sense of humour
• Committed to inclusion and helping every child succeed

To be eligible you must:

• Hold Right to Work in the UK
• Hold (or be willing to apply for) an Enhanced Child Barred List DBS registered with the Update Service
• Provide two professional child-related references

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and have passed all safeguarding/vetting checks with Prospero Teaching in order to fill this vacancy. Any adult working with children and vulnerable young people are responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of the children and young people.

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