SEND Teaching Assistant

TeacherActive; Prestwich; On-site; GBP 17,527 - 22,140; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market leading pay

CPD courses

Onboarding support

Referral bonus £100

PAYE payroll

Job summary

TeacherActive is seeking a SEND/SEMH Teaching Assistant to support pupils across KS3- KS4 in Manchester. You will work one-to-one and in small groups to promote engagement, confidence and positive outcomes inside and outside the classroom.

Experience with SEND/SEMH, calm behaviour management, and strong communication are essential. The role offers market-leading pay, CPD opportunities, and dedicated consultant support.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEND and/or SEMH needs.
• Strong behaviour management skills and the ability to build positive relationships.
• A calm, patient and resilient approach to supporting students.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• A genuine passion for helping young people achieve their full potential.

Responsibilities

• Support students across KS3 and KS4, one-to-one and in small groups.
• Promote engagement, confidence and positive outcomes inside and outside the classroom.

Skills

SEND/SEMH experience

Behaviour management

Communication & teamwork

Calm, patient, resilient

Passion for helping youngsters

Job description

Job Summary

Job Title: SEND / SEMH Teaching Assistant
Location: Manchester
Start Date: September
Salary: £95 - £120 per day

Responsibilities

As a SEND / SEMH Teaching Assistant you will support students across both KS3 and KS4, working one‑to‑one and in small groups with students who have SEND and SEMH needs to promote engagement, confidence and positive outcomes inside and outside the classroom.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEND and/or SEMH needs.
• Strong behaviour management skills and the ability to build positive relationships.
• A calm, patient and resilient approach to supporting students.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• A genuine passion for helping young people achieve their full potential.

Benefits

• Market leading rates of pay.
• CPD courses and certificates through the My‑Progression channel.
• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to support onboarding.
• Referral scheme: receive up to £100 when you refer a friend (terms and conditions apply).
• Staff are paid on a PAYE basis, ensuring the correct level of tax and national insurance.

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an employment business and agency, providing temporary, contract and permanent job‑seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and provision of professional references, depending on the role.