SEND Teaching Assistant - Short Morning Shifts

Aspire People; Manchester; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Aspire People are seeking experienced SEND Teaching Assistants for short morning support opportunities in primary schools across Manchester. Approximately 1–2 hours per morning starting November 2026, ideal for candidates balancing other work, study or caring responsibilities.

Role involves targeted support for pupils with SEND, helping with routines, supporting communication and transitions, and assisting learning activities while safeguarding pupils.

Qualifications

• Relevant UK-based SEND or Teaching Assistant experience within the last two years
• Practical experience supporting children with additional needs in a school or relevant educational setting
• A patient, reliable and supportive approach
• Strong communication and safeguarding awareness
• Confidence following individual support strategies

Responsibilities

• Providing focused support for pupils with SEND
• Helping children settle into the school day and classroom routines
• Supporting communication, engagement and transitions
• Assisting pupils with learning activities where required
• Encouraging emotional regulation and independence
• Working closely with the class teacher and support team
• Supporting personal care where required and agreed

Skills

Patience

Communication skills

Safeguarding awareness

SEND experience

Adaptability

Job description

SEND Teaching Assistant - Short Morning Shifts

Manchester & Surrounding Areas | Approximately 1-2 Hours Each Morning | November 2026 Onwards | Aspire People

Looking for school-based work but unable to commit to a full working day?

Aspire People are seeking experienced SEND Teaching Assistants for short morning support opportunities in primary schools across Manchester. These roles may suit candidates looking for a small number of working hours while continuing with other employment, studies, caring responsibilities or personal commitments.

The Role:

• Providing focused support for pupils with SEND


• Helping children settle into the school day and classroom routines


• Supporting communication, engagement and transitions


• Assisting pupils with learning activities where required


• Encouraging emotional regulation and independence


• Working closely with the class teacher and support team


• Supporting personal care where required and agreed

Essential Requirements:

• Relevant UK-based SEND or Teaching Assistant experience within the last two years


• Practical experience supporting children with additional needs in a school or relevant educational setting


• A patient, reliable and supportive approach


• Strong communication and safeguarding awareness


• Confidence following individual support strategies

Candidates with experience supporting autism, communication needs, developmental delays or other SEND requirements are encouraged to apply.

The expected commitment is approximately 1-2 hours per morning, although exact times and available days will depend on the school. These are short-shift opportunities rather than full-day positions.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.