SEND Teaching Assistant

Educate GM LTD; Manchester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Educate GM LTD in Manchester is seeking a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming school in Moston from September 2026. This full-time, long-term role supports pupils with SEN, providing 1:1 and small-group help to KS1 learners and assisting with their learning, wellbeing and participation in class.

The ideal candidate will have experience with SEND, be patient and resilient, and hold or be working towards a Teaching Assistant Level 3. DBS checks and UK work rights are required.

Qualifications

• Experience working with SEND children/young people.
• Enhanced DBS Disclosure.
• Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable).
• 2x Professional reference checks.
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support to KS1 pupils with SEN.
• Supporting pupils to access the curriculum and participate fully in lessons.
• Helping pupils develop their confidence, independence and social skills.
• Supporting children with a range of additional needs.
• Encouraging positive behaviour and engagement.
• Implementing individual learning and support strategies.
• Working closely with teachers and the SENCO to meet pupils' needs.
• Supporting pupils with their emotional and social development.
• Creating a positive, inclusive, and nurturing classroom environment.
• Monitoring progress and providing feedback to teaching staff.

Skills

SEND experience

1:1 support

Classroom support

Patience

Education

TA Level 3

Job description

SEND Teaching Assistant - Moston, Manchester

Full-Time | September 2026 Start | Long-Term Opportunity

Educate GM are currently looking for a dedicated and compassionate SEND Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming school in the heart of Moston, Manchester from September 2026.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Learning Support Assistant, Teaching Assistant or someone with relevant experience supporting children with Special Educational Needs (SEN).

The Role:

As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and the school's SEN team to provide tailored support to pupils who require additional help with their learning, development and wellbeing.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support to KS1 pupils with SEN
• Supporting pupils to access the curriculum and participate fully in lessons
• Helping pupils develop their confidence, independence and social skills
• Supporting children with a range of additional needs
• Encouraging positive behaviour and engagement
• Implementing individual learning and support strategies
• Working closely with teachers and the SENCO to meet pupils' needs
• Supporting pupils with their emotional and social development
• Helping to create a positive, inclusive, and nurturing classroom environment
• Monitoring progress and providing feedback to teaching staff

The Ideal Candidate:

The school is looking for someone who is patient, caring, resilient and enthusiastic, with a genuine passion for helping children achieve their potential.

Previous experience working with children with SEN is highly desirable. Experience supporting pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, SEMH, communication difficulties or complex learning needs would be advantageous.

You may be an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, Teaching Assistant, Care Worker, Youth Worker or someone with relevant transferable experience. Teaching Assistant Level 3 Qualification is desirable.

What Educate GM Offers:

• Competitive rates of pay
• Full-time, long-term opportunity
• September 2026 start
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
• Access to CPD and professional development opportunities
• PAYE - no umbrella company fees
• Paid weekly every Monday before 5.30pm
• Opportunities to work with a wide range of schools across Greater Manchester.

If you are passionate about supporting children with additional needs and want to make a genuine difference in a school environment, we would love to hear from you.

For the role you must:

• Have experience working with SEND children/ young people
• Be subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure
• Be subject to an Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable)
• 2x Professional reference checks.
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and any employment breaks must be explained.
• You must have the legal right to work in the UK.

Educate GM is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.

Educate GM is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

All applicants will be subject to compliance checks in line with DfE, Keeping Children Safe in Education and APSCo guidelines.

Educate GM is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

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We look forward to working with you