SEN Teaching Assistant

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd; Swinton; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Professional development

Support from Educato Recruitment

Job summary

Educato Recruitment are seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant in Swinton, Greater Manchester for a September start. The role is full-time, long-term for the academic year with potential for permanency and a daily rate of £112.50.

You will support pupils with SEN, including ASC, ADHD and MLD, within a nurturing school setting. You will work closely with teachers and therapists, delivering 1:1 and small group sessions, adapting activities to EHCPs, and promoting emotional regulation and

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with Special Educational Needs.
• A calm, resilient and proactive approach to supporting behaviour and learning.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to build strong relationships with pupils who may require additional emotional support.
• A genuine passion for helping children overcome barriers to learning.
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support throughout the school day.
• Adapt learning activities to meet individual EHCP targets.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils through consistency and patience.
• Promote emotional regulation, independence and confidence.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and the wider multidisciplinary team.
• Help maintain a safe, engaging and inclusive classroom environment.

Skills

SEN experience

Patience

Communication

Teamwork

Emotional support

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant Location: Swinton, Greater Manchester Salary: £112.50 per day Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm Start Date: September 2026 Contract: Full Academic Year (Potential for Permanent Opportunity) SEN Teaching Assistant

• September Start Educato Recruitment are working in partnership with a welcoming and well-established specialist school in Swinton to recruit a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant for a September start.

This is a full-time, long-term opportunity for the entire academic year, supporting pupils with a range of additional needs.

The school provides a nurturing and structured learning environment where every child is encouraged to achieve their full potential through personalised support and positive relationships.

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you'll work closely with teachers and therapists to provide both classroom and individual support, helping pupils develop academically, socially and emotionally.

The Role

Support pupils with a range of Special Educational Needs, including Autism (ASC), ADHD, Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD) and associated communication needs.

Provide 1:1 and small group support throughout the school day.

Adapt learning activities to meet individual EHCP targets.

Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils through consistency and patience.

Promote emotional regulation, independence and confidence.

Work collaboratively with teachers and the wider multidisciplinary team.

Help maintain a safe, engaging and inclusive classroom environment.

The Idea Candidate

Experience working with children or young people with Special Educational Needs.

A calm, resilient and proactive approach to supporting behaviour and learning.

Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Ability to build strong relationships with pupils who may require additional emotional support.

A genuine passion for helping children overcome barriers to learning.

An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.

What We Offer - £112.50 per day.

Full-time, Monday-Friday working pattern.

September start with work guaranteed for the full academic year.

Opportunity to secure a permanent position.

Ongoing support from a dedicated Educato Recruitment consultant.

Access to free CPD and professional development opportunities.

Weekly pay with a straightforward payroll process.

If you want to make a genuine difference to the lives of children with Special Educational Needs and are looking for a rewarding role this September, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today with your CV and one of the Educato Recruitment team will be in touch to discuss the opportunity.

This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS (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.

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