Sen Teaching Assistant

TeacherActive Limited.; West Timperley; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24/7 consultants

CPD courses/certs

Market leading pay

Referral scheme £100

Job summary

TeacherActive is recruiting a SEND Teaching Assistant for a specialist SEND school in Altrincham. The role is full-time, starting January 2027, supporting pupils with PMLD and autism across the school day.

The successful candidate will assist with learning activities, communication, personal development and individual support plans, working as part of a wider school team within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with SEND.
• Experience supporting pupils with PMLD and/or Autism/ASD.
• Confidence supporting pupils with complex and individual needs.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• A patient, caring and resilient approach.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a wider school team.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with learning activities and personal development.
• Assist with communication and individual support plans.
• Support with learning activities and daily routines.
• Collaborate with teaching staff to deliver tailored support.

Skills

SEND experience

PMLD/ASD

Complex needs

Communication

Team player

Education

None

Job description

Job Title: SEND Teaching Assistant
Location: Altrincham
Start Date: January 2027
Salary: £92.63 - £115 per day

Do you have experience supporting children and young people with additional needs?

Are you confident working with pupils with Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities / PMLD and Autism / ASD?

Are you patient, resilient and committed to helping pupils achieve their full potential?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a specialist SEND school in Altrincham which primarily supports pupils with PMLD and Autism / ASD. The school provides a supportive and inclusive environment focused on meeting individual needs and helping pupils develop their communication, independence and personal skills.

The school is looking to appoint a SEND Teaching Assistant on a full-time, long-term basis from January 2027. The successful SEND Teaching Assistant will support pupils with complex needs throughout the school day, assisting with learning activities, communication, personal development and individual support plans.

The successful SEND Teaching Assistant will have:

• Experience working with children or young people with SEND


• Experience supporting pupils with PMLD and/or Autism / ASD


• Confidence supporting pupils with complex and individual needs


• Strong communication and relationship-building skills


• A patient, caring and resilient approach


• The ability to work effectively as part of a wider school team

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process


• CPD Courses and certificates as part of 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, so you can rest assured that you're paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there's no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.