SEND Primary TA - Autism & Complex Needs, Full-Time

Cover People; Stretford; On-site; GBP 17,527 - 20,295; Full time

Job summary

Cover People are recruiting a SEND Primary Teaching Assistant for a special needs primary school in Trafford. This full-time, long-term role starts September 2026 with potential temp-to-perm for the right candidate.

The role involves supporting KS2 pupils with Autism & Complex Needs in a class with one teacher and at least three SEND Teaching Assistants. You will implement preventative strategies and de-escalation techniques to help learners focus and succeed.

Qualifications

• CV with full history from education to present.
• Right to Work & Proof of Address in the UK.
• DBS certificate on the Update Service (or be happy to apply for a new one).
• Min of 2 professional references.
• Overseas Police Check if applicable.
• Some experience supporting primary aged children with behaviour needs.

Responsibilities

• Supporting children in KS2 with Autism & Complex Needs.
• No more than 10 pupils per class with a teacher and at least three SEND Teaching Assistant staff.
• Look out for triggers and employ preventative strategies and de-escalation techniques to help manage behaviour so that the pupil can focus on learning.
• Tailored support in lessons on either a 1:1 or small group basis.
• Providing lots of encouragement and positive reinforcement.
• Working closely with the teacher, management, support staff, parents and outside professionals.
• Contribute to a safe, positive, inclusive and collaborative work environment.

Skills

SEND experience

Behaviour management

1:1 support

Small group support

Job description

Cover People are recruiting a SEND Primary Teaching Assistant for a special needs primary school in Trafford. This full-time, long-term role starts September 2026 with potential temp-to-perm for the right candidate.

The role involves supporting KS2 pupils with Autism & Complex Needs in a class with one teacher and at least three SEND Teaching Assistants. You will implement preventative strategies and de-escalation techniques to help learners focus and succeed.