SEN Teaching Assistant for Inclusive Specialist School

REESON Education; Manchester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay rates

Weekly pay via PAYE or Umbrella

Ongoing professional development

Dedicated education consultant support

Supportive school team

Job summary

REESON Education is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join one of our partner secondary SEN provisions in Stockport. You will work with pupils aged 11-19 in a dynamic curriculum that promotes independence and communication, within a safe and nurturing environment.

The role focuses on understanding behaviours, supporting learners with SLD, PMLD, autism, or complex needs, and collaborating with teachers, therapists and the broader team to help students build confidence and life skills.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils with additional needs (e.g., SLD, PMLD, autism, complex medical needs).
• Calm, patient and resilient approach to managing behaviours that challenge.
• Ability to work collaboratively with teachers, therapists and other team members.
• Proactive attitude and passion for helping young people reach their potential.
• Level 2/3 SEN education or childcare qualifications preferred but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils aged 11-19 to access curriculum promoting independence and communication.
• Help create a safe, inclusive environment and understand behaviours.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists and the wider school team.

Skills

SEN experience

Behaviour management

Team collaboration

Proactive attitude

SEN qualifications

Education

Level 2/3 SEN education/childcare

Job description

REESON Education is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join one of our partner secondary SEN provisions in Stockport. You will work with pupils aged 11-19 in a dynamic curriculum that promotes independence and communication, within a safe and nurturing environment.

The role focuses on understanding behaviours, supporting learners with SLD, PMLD, autism, or complex needs, and collaborating with teachers, therapists and the broader team to help students build confidence and life skills.