Send Teaching Assistant

Cover People; Bryn; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Temp-to-Perm potential

ASAP start

Dedicated consultant

Job summary

Cover People is seeking a Secondary SEND Teaching Assistant to join a SEND school in Bury. The role is full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm, with a Temp-to-Perm path and potential to move onto a contract at the school.

You will support pupils with SEND, including autism, ADHD, SEMH and communication needs, while working closely with teachers and other staff. DBS required or willing to apply; right to work in the UK a must.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with SEND.
• Ability to recognise triggers and use de-escalation techniques.
• Able to tailor support in lessons to individual needs.
• Strong collaboration with teachers and support staff.

Responsibilities

• Support a range of children with SEND including Autism, ADHD, SEMH, and communication needs.
• Identify triggers and apply preventative strategies to manage behaviour.
• Break down instructions so tasks are understandable and achievable.
• Assist with class or other pupils as required.
• Provide encouragement and positive reinforcement and work with the team to create an inclusive environment.

Skills

SEND experience

Behaviour management

Communication

Education

DBS certificate

Job description

Cover People are hiring for a Secondary SEND Teaching Assistant in Bury.

Are you a natural at engaging & adapting to young people with additional needs?

Have you worked with children with SEND before?

If so, then this SEND Teaching Assistant role is for you!

This is a potential Temp-to-Perm role, starting ASAP at a Secondary SEND school in Bury.

Role: Secondary SEND Teaching Assistant at a SEND school in Bury.

Hours: Full time, Monday to Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm.

Contract: Temp-to-Perm – potential to move onto contract at school.

What you’ll do

• Supporting a range of children with Special Educational Needs & Disabilities (SEND) including Autism, ADHD, SEMH and Communication Needs.
• You will need to look out for triggers and employ preventative strategies and de-escalation techniques to help manage their behaviour so that pupils can focus on learning and the teacher can focus on delivery.
• Tailored support in lessons, breaking down instructions and tasks so they are easily understood and the pupil feels they are achievable.
• At times you may be required to support the rest of the class or others.
• 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.

Your new work environment:

• Hands‑on role in a creative and flexible learning environment, helping to deliver personalised support that meets individual needs.
• Work closely with a passionate and supportive team, all committed to making a real difference every day.
• Be part of a values‑led organisation that prioritises inclusion, empathy, and positive relationships with learners.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities, with leadership that genuinely invests in your growth and wellbeing.
• Use your skills to build trust and resilience in learners facing social, emotional, or behavioural challenges.

Benefits to you:

• Could go permanent after 12 weeks in the role for the right person.
• Dedicated consultant with over 14 years’ experience to support you through the process.
• Management that truly value each staff member providing support where required.
• Working with an established & long‑standing staff team.
• Safe, inclusive and fun atmosphere.
• Chance to make a real difference to children who need extra support the most.
• Learn new skills to enhance your CV and take the next step in your career.

Requirements

• 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.