SEND Primary Teaching Assistant

Aspire People Limited; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dedicated consultant support

Access to multiple Manchester primary–

Immediate opportunities

Job summary

Aspire People Limited is recruiting an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant to support pupils in Manchester primary schools. The role offers immediate start dates, with both full-time and part-time positions available, depending on school needs.

Candidates should have recent experience supporting pupils with SEND and be able to provide 1:1 and small-group support, helping students access learning and manage transitions with calm, patient guidance.

Qualifications

• Recent experience supporting pupils with SEND.
• Previous experience within a UK primary school.
• Calm, patient and consistent approach.
• A Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support
• Supporting pupils with Autism, ADHD, communication and learning needs
• Helping pupils access classroom learning
• Delivering targeted interventions
• Supporting emotional regulation and positive behaviour
• Assisting with transitions and unstructured times
• Encouraging independence, confidence and social development
• Working closely with teachers, SENCOs and wider support staff
• Monitoring pupil progress and providing feedback

Skills

1:1 support

Small-group support

Communication

Behaviour support

Education

Level 2 TA qualification

Level 3 TA qualification

Job description

Experienced SEND Teaching Assistant - Primary Schools
Manchester Immediate Opportunities Full-Time & Part-Time Aspire People

Schools are back, and we're currently looking for experienced SEND Teaching Assistants.

Aspire People are working with primary schools across Manchester who need reliable and experienced support staff to join their teams as soon as possible .

We're looking for Teaching Assistants who already have experience supporting children with additional needs and can confidently provide consistent 1:1 and small-group support.

This could be a great opportunity if you're currently looking for a new school, have recently become available, or are looking for more experience working within SEND.

The Role May Include:

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support
• Supporting pupils with Autism, ADHD, communication and learning needs
• Helping pupils access classroom learning
• Delivering targeted interventions
• Supporting emotional regulation and positive behaviour
• Assisting with transitions and unstructured times
• Encouraging independence, confidence and social development
• Working closely with teachers, SENCOs and wider support staff
• Monitoring pupil progress and providing feedback

We're Looking For:

• Recent experience supporting pupils with SEND
• Previous experience within a UK primary school
• Strong understanding of individual pupil needs
• Calm, patient and consistent approach
• Confidence supporting behaviour and emotional regulation
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Reliable and professional approach

A Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification would be advantageous, particularly alongside recent school-based experience.

Why Aspire People?

• Immediate opportunities across Manchester
• Full-time and part-time positions
• Daily, short-term and long-term work
• Potential permanent opportunities
• Access to a wide range of primary schools
• Dedicated consultant support

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.