SEN Teaching Assistant - Tameside

Premier Education Ltd; Tameside; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

Premier Education Ltd is recruiting SEN Teaching Assistants to work across primary schools in Tameside. Roles available from September 2026, with placements matched to your experience and location.

You could work in Ashton-under-Lyne, Hyde, Stalybridge, Denton, Droylsden, Dukinfield and surrounding areas, with options for glossop/Oldham/Stockport travel. A range of full-time, part-time and flexible opportunities is described.

Qualifications

• Recent UK experience working with children in a school, nursery, care, youth work, coaching or similar setting.
• Experience supporting children with additional needs.
• A calm, patient and nurturing approach.
• The resilience to respond positively when situations become challenging.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• The ability to follow individual support plans and staff guidance.
• A Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification, although relevant experience will also be considered.
• The Right to Work in the UK - we are unable to offer visa sponsorship.
• An enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service, or a willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils with special educational needs and disabilities
• Providing one-to-one, small-group and classroom-based support
• Helping pupils understand instructions and engage with learning
• Adapting activities to make the curriculum more accessible
• Delivering targeted literacy, numeracy and communication interventions
• Supporting children to manage their emotions and regulate their behaviour
• Encouraging confidence, independence and positive social interaction
• Following individual support plans and Education, Health and Care Plans
• Working closely with teachers, SENCOs and other support staff
• Recording observations and providing feedback on pupils' progress
• Creating a calm, consistent and inclusive learning environment

Skills

Calm demeanour

Communication

Teamwork

Right to Work in the UK

Education

Level 2/Level 3 TA qualification

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Tameside

£92.56 - £110 per day, depending on experience and qualifications
Full-time, part-time and flexible opportunities
Roles available from September 2026

Are you a caring and resilient SEN Teaching Assistant who wants to make a genuine difference to children with additional needs?

Premier Education is recruiting SEN Teaching Assistants to work across primary schools within a trust in Tameside. A range of opportunities will be available from September 2026, with placements matched to your experience, availability and preferred location wherever possible.

You could work in primary schools across Ashton-under-Lyne, Hyde, Stalybridge, Denton, Droylsden, Dukinfield and the surrounding Tameside area. Some locations are also accessible for applicants travelling from Glossop, Oldham, Stockport, East Manchester and the High Peaks.

SEN Teaching Assistant - the role

Your responsibilities may include:

• Supporting pupils with special educational needs and disabilities

• Providing one-to-one, small-group and classroom-based support

• Helping pupils understand instructions and engage with learning

• Adapting activities to make the curriculum more accessible

• Delivering targeted literacy, numeracy and communication interventions

• Supporting children to manage their emotions and regulate their behaviour

• Encouraging confidence, independence and positive social interaction

• Following individual support plans and Education, Health and Care Plans

• Working closely with teachers, SENCOs and other support staff

• Recording observations and providing feedback on pupils' progress

• Creating a calm, consistent and inclusive learning environment

SEN Teaching Assistant - responsibilities

Across the trust's primary schools, you could support children with needs such as:

• Autism

• ADHD

• Speech, language and communication needs

• Social, emotional and mental health needs

• Moderate learning difficulties

• Sensory or physical needs

• Behaviour that may challenge

• A combination of additional learning and pastoral needs

SEN Teaching Assistant - requirements

• Recent UK experience working with children in a school, nursery, care, youth work, coaching or similar setting

• Experience supporting children with additional needs

• A calm, patient and nurturing approach

• The resilience to respond positively when situations become challenging

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• The ability to follow individual support plans and staff guidance

• A Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification, although relevant experience will also be considered

• The Right to Work in the UK - we are unable to offer visa sponsorship

• An enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service, or a willingness to obtain one

Why choose these SEN Teaching Assistant roles?

• Opportunities across several Tameside primary schools within the same trust

• Full-time, part-time and flexible working options

• Placements matched to your availability, experience and preferred area where possible

• Valuable experience supporting children with a range of additional needs

• The chance to develop skills in interventions, behaviour support and inclusive practice

• Experience that can support future careers in teaching, SEN, psychology or children's services

• Support from an established education recruitment agency operating since 2001

Whether you are an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant or looking to build your experience supporting children with additional needs, Michaela would love to hear from you.

The successful candidate will be responsible for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidance. An enhanced DBS check will be required as part of our commitment to providing a safe and supportive environment for all.

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