SEN Teaching Assistant - Specialist Primary School

Aspire People; Ringway; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education agency in Manchester seeks enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistants to support specialist schools. This role is ideal for recent graduates looking to gain valuable experience in education, especially those with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology. Candidates should be adaptable, resilient, and possess strong communication skills to assist students with special educational needs effectively. The position offers both short-term and long-term opportunities to develop skills and work alongside experienced educators.

Benefits

Long-term and short-term opportunities

Skill development alongside experienced educators

Dedicated support from Aspire People

Qualifications

• Recent UK graduates with a Bachelor's in Psychology or another relevant subject.
• Experience with SEN is essential.
• Eager to support students in their learning journey.

Responsibilities

• Support students with special educational needs in learning.
• Implement school behavior policies effectively.
• Contribute to a supportive educational environment.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Adaptability

Resilience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant – Specialist Primary School

Aspire People are looking for enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistants to support specialist schools across Manchester. Whether you're exploring a career in teaching, looking to gain valuable SEND experience before teacher training, or you may have experience as a tutor and are now looking to build on your skills, we want to hear from you!

This is a fantastic opportunity to work in supportive environments, helping pupils thrive academically and personally. Whether you're looking for short-term supply work or a long-term placement, we can match you with a role that suits your goals and availability.

What We're Looking For:

• Recent UK graduates with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology or another subject linked to the UK curriculum
• Experience with SEN is essential in this role
• Resilient, adaptable, and eager to support students in their learning journey
• Willingness to work in a specialist school with SEND children
• Strong communication skills and the ability to follow and implement school behaviour policies

What We Offer:

• Long-term and short-term opportunities across Manchester specialist schools and alternative provisions
• Opportunities to develop your skills and work alongside experienced educators
• Dedicated support from Aspire People throughout your placement

Kick off the new calendar year by making a difference with Aspire People - where your graduate journey into education begins.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. 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.