SEND Teaching Assistant - Rochdale (Full-Time)

Prospero Teaching; Rochdale; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils in Rochdale. The successful candidate will assist in lesson delivery and promote emotional and behavioural development. A relevant qualification and experience in supporting students with SEND are necessary. This full-time permanent position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a specialist setting.

Qualifications

• Experience in a school or care setting is essential.
• Ability to engage effectively with children.
• Proactive approach in supporting children.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with additional needs.
• Assist the class teacher with lesson delivery and behaviour support.
• Promote emotional regulation and positive routines.

Skills

Experience supporting children with SEND

Strong communication skills

Calm and compassionate approach

Understanding of Autism and SEND

Education

Relevant TA qualification

Job description

Overview

Job Title: SEND Teaching Assistant

Area: Rochdale, Manchester

Start Date: Monday 3rd November 2025

Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: Competitive (dependent on experience and responsibilities)

Working hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm

About the school

Are you a nurturing and resilient Teaching Assistant with a passion for supporting children with special educational needs (SEN)?

We are working with a warm, inclusive specialist setting in Rochdale that is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join their supportive team and make a meaningful difference in the lives of their pupils.

Role 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

What We\'re Looking For

• 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

To be eligible

• Hold Right to Work in the UK
• Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service OR be willing to process a new application
• Provide two professional child related references

💬 Want to make a genuine impact in a rewarding SEN setting? Apply today!

📝 If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with a copy of your up to date CV.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and have passed all safeguarding/vetting checks with Prospero Teaching in order to fill this vacancy. Any adult working with children and vulnerable young people are responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of the children and young people.

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