SEND Teaching Assistants

senploy; Bury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational staffing agency is seeking SEND Teaching Assistants to help pupils with special educational needs in Bury and nearby areas. Ideal candidates will have experience working with children with SEND, possess strong behaviour management skills, and be able to build trusting relationships. These positions offer flexibility, the chance to make a significant impact, and various benefits including discounts on shopping and travel. Experience and an enhanced DBS are desirable.

Benefits

Discounted high street shopping

Travel offers

Gym memberships

Referral bonus: £100 Amazon voucher

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting pupils with special educational needs.
• Strong understanding of inclusive practices.
• Ability to foster positive behaviour in students.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with special educational needs in the classroom.
• Assist teachers with differentiated learning activities.
• Promote emotional regulation and positive behaviour.

Skills

Experience working with children or young people with SEND

Understanding of behaviour management

Ability to build trusting relationships

Resilient, patient and empathetic approach

Education

Relevant qualifications or training in education, psychology or youth work

Job description

SEND Teaching Assistant - Flexible daily and short-term roles available immediately. We are recruiting SEND Teaching Assistants to work across schools in Bury and surrounding areas. These flexible opportunities are ideal for support staff who enjoy variety and want to make a positive impact across different school settings. You'll be helping pupils with a range of special educational needs to access learning and thrive in inclusive environments.

Duties as SEND Teaching Assistant

• Support pupils with a range of special educational needs in both classroom and one-to-one settings
• Assist the class teacher in delivering differentiated learning activities
• Promote positive behaviour and emotional regulation strategies
• Help create a structured and inclusive learning environment
• Work closely with the SENCO and other support staff to implement individual education plans
• Provide feedback on pupil progress and behaviour to teaching staff
• Support pupils during transitions and break times

Ideal SEND Teaching Assistant

• Experience working with children or young people with SEND
• Strong understanding of behaviour management and inclusive practices
• Ability to build trusting relationships with pupils and staff
• Resilient, patient and empathetic approach
• Relevant qualifications or training in education, psychology or youth work (desirable)
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one

Why Step Teachers?

With a rich history spanning over two decades, Step Teachers proudly serves schools across North London, East London, Hertfordshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Oxfordshire, Cornwall, Devon and Greater Manchester. We partner with schools and academies in these regions to support and nurture teachers. Our team is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and all candidates are required to undergo safeguarding checks in line with DfE statutory guidance.

Salary is dependent on experience, paid weekly through PAYE. Additionally, we offer a range of exclusive deals, discounted high street shopping, travel offers, gym memberships, and more. Referral bonus: recommend a friend to receive a £100 Amazon voucher for yourself, and a chance for both to win a holiday worth up to £1000.

If you are looking for temporary, permanent or supply work then get in touch with us today.