SEN Teaching Assistant (11–16) | Temp-to-Perm

Senploy; High Peak; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate interviews

Trial days available

Job summary

Long Term Futures is seeking a committed Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEN school in the High Peak (SK23). You will support pupils aged 11-16 with autism, SEMH and complex learning needs, delivering 1:1 and small group support within a structured environment.

The role offers immediate interviews, temp-to-perm progression, and ongoing training. You should have experience supporting pupils with additional needs, strong behaviour management, and a calm, adaptable approach to challenges.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils with additional needs in school or youth work.
• Strong behaviour management and ability to build trust with students.
• A calm, patient and adaptable approach to challenges.
• A genuine passion for helping young people succeed academically and personally.
• Willingness to contribute to the wider life of the school community.
• Have a clear and precise understanding of how children with special needs, Autism and complex behaviour learn.
• Must be physically fit and confident supporting children during practical and outdoor activities.

Responsibilities

• Engage and motivate students.
• Demonstrate empathy with and an appreciation of the care needs of students.
• Implement specific interventions to meet student needs.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, professionals and families to deliver personalised learning plans.
• Provide 1:1 tailored and small group support for pupils with learning difficulties. This is across the years 11-16-year-olds.
• Inspire trust and confidence in students and colleagues.

Skills

Empathy

Behaviour management

Patience

Adaptability

Student support

Job description

Long Term Futures is seeking a committed Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEN school in the High Peak (SK23). You will support pupils aged 11-16 with autism, SEMH and complex learning needs, delivering 1:1 and small group support within a structured environment.

The role offers immediate interviews, temp-to-perm progression, and ongoing training. You should have experience supporting pupils with additional needs, strong behaviour management, and a calm, adaptable approach to challenges.