SEN Teaching Assistant — Specialist Schools & Growth

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Denton; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive PAYE pay

Free SEN training

Long-term, short-term & permanent work

Dedicated local consultant

Behaviour management & SEN support

Experience in specialist settings

Flexible roles

Large network of schools

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is seeking compassionate Teaching Assistants to work in specialist SEN and SEMH schools across South Manchester. You will support students with diverse needs, including ASC, ADHD, SLCN and SEMH, in a 1:1 or group setting.

The role offers flexible, long-term and permanent opportunities with a dedicated local consultant. Applicants should bring experience in education or care, a patient and resilient approach, and a willingness to obtain an enhanced DBS.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children, young people or vulnerable groups.
• Patient, nurturing and resilient approach.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Confidence supporting behaviour and emotional regulation.
• Genuine passion for helping children succeed.
• Full-time availability (Mon-Fri, 8:30am-3:30pm) preferred.
• Enhanced DBS on Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 support tailored to individual pupil needs.
• Supporting teaching and learning within the classroom environment.
• Assisting with small group interventions and differentiated learning activities.
• Supporting emotional regulation and implementing positive behaviour strategies.
• Encouraging independence, confidence and social development.
• Adapting learning resources and approaches to meet individual needs.
• Building positive relationships with pupils, families and staff.
• Helping create a safe, engaging and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

SEN Support

Teaching Assistance

Education Settings

Care and Residential Support

Youth Work

Children's Services

Psychology or Education Graduates

Sports Coaching and Mentoring

Job description

Teaching Personnel is seeking compassionate Teaching Assistants to work in specialist SEN and SEMH schools across South Manchester. You will support students with diverse needs, including ASC, ADHD, SLCN and SEMH, in a 1:1 or group setting.

The role offers flexible, long-term and permanent opportunities with a dedicated local consultant. Applicants should bring experience in education or care, a patient and resilient approach, and a willingness to obtain an enhanced DBS.