SEN Teaching Assistant — Complex Needs Support Specialist

Teaching Personnel; Oldham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

CPD training

SEN consultant support

Behaviour development

Rewarding role

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is seeking an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist secondary school in Oldham. You will provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with a range of needs, helping them access learning and work towards EHCP outcomes in a nurturing environment.

The role is full-time and long-term, requiring SEND experience, a calm and patient approach, and the ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team. Training in PECS/Makaton and Team Teach is beneficial.

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEND is essential
• Experience with Autism, PMLD, CLDD, sensory needs, or behavioural challenges
• A calm, patient, and resilient approach
• Strong understanding of positive behaviour support strategies
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Commitment to a full-time, long-term position

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with complex SEN needs
• Adapt learning activities to meet individual learning styles and EHCP targets
• Support pupils with communication, sensory, behavioural, and learning difficulties
• Use visual timetables, PECS, communication aids, and other support strategies
• Promote independence, emotional wellbeing, and positive engagement
• Implement positive behaviour management and de-escalation techniques
• Assist with personal care and mobility support when required
• Work collaboratively with staff, therapists, and families to support pupil progress

Skills

SEN support

1:1 support

Small-group support

Communication aids

Visual timetables

EHCP targets

Behaviour management

Team collaboration

Tools

PECS

Makaton

Job description

Teaching Personnel is seeking an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist secondary school in Oldham. You will provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with a range of needs, helping them access learning and work towards EHCP outcomes in a nurturing environment.

The role is full-time and long-term, requiring SEND experience, a calm and patient approach, and the ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team. Training in PECS/Makaton and Team Teach is beneficial.