SEND Teaching Assistant – Secondary (Autism & ADHD Support)

TeacherActive Limited.; Wythenshawe; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24/7 consultant support

CPD courses

Referral scheme £100

Job summary

TeacherActive Limited. is seeking an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant for a full-time, long-term role in a mainstream secondary school in Manchester.

The position starts ASAP and involves supporting students with SEND, including Autism/ADHD, with both 1:1 and small group interventions. You will work within a supportive team in a Good Ofsted-rated school, helping students engage, manage behaviour, and build independence in the classroom.

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEND is essential.
• Experience working with students with Autism/ASD and ADHD is highly desirable.
• Strong behaviour management and communication skills are essential for classroom support.
• Experience supporting students within a mainstream secondary school environment is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to students with SEND.
• Support students with ASD/ADHD to engage with lessons and learning.
• Assist in managing classroom behaviour and supporting independence.
• Collaborate with teachers to monitor progress and adapt support as needed.

Skills

SEND experience

Autism/ADHD experience

Behaviour management

Communication skills

Mainstream secondary school experience

Education

TA Level 2/3 qualification

Job description

TeacherActive Limited. is seeking an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant for a full-time, long-term role in a mainstream secondary school in Manchester.

The position starts ASAP and involves supporting students with SEND, including Autism/ADHD, with both 1:1 and small group interventions. You will work within a supportive team in a Good Ofsted-rated school, helping students engage, manage behaviour, and build independence in the classroom.