SEND Teaching Assistant - Lead Interventions & Small Groups

The Methodist Church in Britain; Macclesfield; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Bosley St Mary's CofE Primary School in Macclesfield, a rural primary school, is seeking a Teaching Assistant to support pupils with SEND and deliver targeted interventions. The role involves leading small-group learning, general class support, and occasional whole-class teaching depending on experience.

The successful candidate will work to establish calm, structured routines, support communication and social development, and contribute to SEND plans.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with children in a primary school.
• Experience supporting pupils with SEND.
• Ability to lead learning for individuals and groups.
• Ability to adapt learning while maintaining high expectations.

Responsibilities

• Support individual pupils and small groups with learning across the school.
• Deliver targeted interventions and support for pupils with SEND and additional needs.
• Lead planned learning activities for small groups.
• Where appropriate, lead whole-class learning or provide cover.
• Adapt learning and resources to meet pupils' differing needs.
• Support children with communication, regulation, independence and social development.
• Establish calm, purposeful learning environments with clear routines and expectations.
• Work with teachers to assess pupils' understanding and identify next steps.
• Contribute to the implementation and review of SEND provision and individual support plans.
• Use initiative and professional judgement when responding to pupils' needs.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, the SENDCo and the wider staff team.
• Contribute fully to the wider life of the school.

Skills

Classroom management

Learning support

Interventions

SEND support

Relationship building

Initiative

Job description

Bosley St Mary's CofE Primary School in Macclesfield, a rural primary school, is seeking a Teaching Assistant to support pupils with SEND and deliver targeted interventions. The role involves leading small-group learning, general class support, and occasional whole-class teaching depending on experience.

The successful candidate will work to establish calm, structured routines, support communication and social development, and contribute to SEND plans.