SEN Teaching Assistant - Manchester

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

SEN Teaching Assistants Wanted - Manchester, Oldham & Surrounding Areas

Day-to-Day Short-Term Long-Term Opportunities Available

Are you a passionate, qualified and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity in education?

Aspire People is recruiting SEN Teaching Assistants across Manchester, Oldham and the surrounding areas!

We are looking for caring, enthusiastic and experienced individuals who are passionate about supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).

Whether you're looking for flexible day-to-day supply work, a short-term placement or a long-term opportunity, we have a range of roles to suit your availability and career goals.

What we're looking for

To register with Aspire People for our SEN Teaching Assistant opportunities, you must have:

• A minimum Level 2 qualification in a relevant field, such as Supporting Teaching and Learning, Childcare, Health and Social Care, or an equivalent qualification.
• Experience working with individuals with additional needs, ideally supporting children or young people with SEND.
• An enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or a willingness to apply for a new enhanced DBS check.
• References covering the last two years of your employment and/or relevant activities.
• A patient, caring and adaptable approach, with a genuine passion for helping every child reach their potential.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• The ability to support pupils' learning, development, communication, independence and emotional wellbeing.

Additional training and certifications

We welcome candidates with additional relevant training, qualifications and transferable skills, including:

• Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and ADHD awareness.
• Makaton, PECS and alternative communication strategies.
• Team Teach, positive behaviour support and de-escalation techniques.
• Safeguarding, paediatric first aid and first aid training.
• Manual handling and personal care.
• Supporting pupils with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs.
• Any other relevant training, qualifications or certificates that would support you in an SEN setting.

Why register with Aspire People?

• Flexible working options - choose from day-to-day, short-term and long-term assignments.
• A variety of school settings - opportunities in mainstream schools, specialist SEN provisions and alternative educational settings.
• Rewarding opportunities - make a real difference to children's learning, confidence and development.
• Dedicated support - work with a friendly education recruitment team who understand your needs and career ambitions.
• Career development - gain experience and explore opportunities that match your qualifications and interests.

Where are we recruiting?

We are looking for SEN Teaching Assistants across Manchester, Oldham and the surrounding areas, with opportunities available in a range of educational settings.

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Help us make a difference, one pupil at a time.

Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.