SEND Teaching Assistant within a SEND School

SEND Recruitment; Leigh; On-site; Full time

Job summary

SEND Recruitment is seeking a SEND Teaching Assistant to provide individualized support for children with complex needs. In this full-time role, you will work closely with learners, offering guidance and assistance throughout their school day. Join a dedicated team that values your contributions and promotes professional growth.

Benefits

Ongoing CPD and training opportunities

Supportive staff team

Positive and purposeful school culture

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a SEND or specialist provision is desirable but not essential.
• Relevant qualifications such as CACHE Level 2/3 preferred.
• Understanding of autism and positive behaviour strategies is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Provide consistent support for pupils with complex needs.
• Implement EHCP targets and individual learning plans.
• Build strong relationships with pupils and families.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Patience

Adaptability

Education

CACHE Level 2/3

Team Teach

Manual Handling

Job description

About Us:
We are a vibrant and nurturing SEND school dedicated to providing a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment for children and young people with a range of complex needs, including autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, global developmental delay, and SEMH.

We pride ourselves on our personalised, child-centred approach and are passionate about helping every learner thrive—academically, socially, and emotionally.

About the Role:
We are seeking a patient, passionate, and reliableSEND Teaching Assistantto join our dedicated team. You will be supporting learners on a 1:1 basis or in small groups, adapting your approach to meet their individual needs and abilities. This is a highly rewarding role where no two days are the same, and where your support can make a lasting difference.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide consistent and individualised support for pupils with complex needs, including autism, ADHD, sensory processing needs, and SEMH
• Support pupils in the classroom, during therapy sessions, and throughout the school day
• Implement EHCP targets and individual learning plans under the guidance of teaching staff and the SENDCo
• Assist with communication, emotional regulation, and personal care when needed
• Help create a calm, inclusive and engaging environment where learners feel valued and respected
• Use communication tools such as PECs, Makaton, visual schedules, and sensory strategies (training will be provided)
• Build strong relationships with pupils, staff, and families to promote consistency and trust

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Previous experience working in a SEND or specialist provision (desirable but not essential)
• A calm, caring, and patient nature, with a genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs
• An understanding of autism, communication differences, sensory needs, and positive behaviour strategies
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• The ability to remain positive, proactive, and adaptable in a busy and dynamic environment
• Relevant qualifications (e.g., CACHE Level 2/3, Team Teach, Manual Handling) are desirable but training can be provided

What We Offer:

• A welcoming and supportive staff team
• Ongoing CPD, training, and progression opportunities
• A positive and purposeful school culture that puts students at the heart of everything we do
• A chance to be part of a school that truly values your work and the impact you make

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £83.00-£85.00 per day

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Experience:

• SEND: 2 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person