SEN Teaching Assistant | Flexible Scheduling & Impact

Aspire People; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People is recruiting SEN Teaching Assistants across Manchester, Oldham and the surrounding areas to support children and young people with SEND. Flexible day-to-day supply work, short-term placements and long-term opportunities are available.

Candidates should have a minimum Level 2 qualification and an enhanced DBS (Update Service preferred) with references from the last two years. A patient, caring approach and strong communication are essential to help pupils reach their potential.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 2 qualification in a relevant field (e.g., Supporting Teaching and Learning, Childcare, Health and Social Care).
• Experience supporting individuals with additional needs, ideally SEND.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply for a new DBS check.
• References covering the last two years of employment or relevant activities.
• Patient, caring and adaptable approach with passion for helping every child reach their potential.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to support pupils' learning, development, independence and emotional wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Assist SEN pupils with learning activities across classroom and/or in small groups.
• Support development, communication, independence and emotional wellbeing of pupils.
• Work across Manchester, Oldham and surrounding areas with flexible staffing options.

Skills

Communication skills

Relationship building

Patient & caring

SEND experience

Support learning & wellbeing

Education

Level 2 qualification

DBS check (Update Service)

Job description

Aspire People is recruiting SEN Teaching Assistants across Manchester, Oldham and the surrounding areas to support children and young people with SEND. Flexible day-to-day supply work, short-term placements and long-term opportunities are available.

Candidates should have a minimum Level 2 qualification and an enhanced DBS (Update Service preferred) with references from the last two years. A patient, caring approach and strong communication are essential to help pupils reach their potential.