SEND Teaching Assistant – 1:1 & Small Group Support

Prospero Teaching; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 23,887 - 27,300; Full time

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is seeking a SEND Teaching Assistant for a specialist school in Bury, Greater Manchester. The role provides 1:1 and small group support to pupils with EHCPs and additional needs, assisting the class teacher with lesson delivery and behaviour support.

The role runs Monday to Friday, 8:30am–3:30pm, with a salary of £525-£600 per week (dependent on experience). Start date is Tuesday 1 September 2026 and the contract is full-time and permanent.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEND in a school or care setting.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to engage effectively.
• A calm, compassionate and proactive approach.
• Strong understanding of Autism and SEND.
• A relevant TA qualification.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with EHCPs and additional needs.
• Assist the class teacher with lesson delivery, behaviour support, and tailored interventions.
• Promote emotional regulation, independence, and positive routines throughout the school day.
• Contribute to progress tracking and communicate regularly with the wider support team.

Skills

Communication skills

SEND experience

Calm and proactive

Engagement with pupils

Autism understanding

Education

Relevant TA qualification

Job description

Prospero Teaching is seeking a SEND Teaching Assistant for a specialist school in Bury, Greater Manchester. The role provides 1:1 and small group support to pupils with EHCPs and additional needs, assisting the class teacher with lesson delivery and behaviour support.

The role runs Monday to Friday, 8:30am–3:30pm, with a salary of £525-£600 per week (dependent on experience). Start date is Tuesday 1 September 2026 and the contract is full-time and permanent.