Senior SEND Teaching Assistant: Classroom & Intervention

Aspire People; Salford; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People is seeking a confident Senior Teaching Assistant to support pupils with SEND in a primary setting in North Manchester. You will lead small-group sessions, support personalised learning, and coordinate classroom activities under the guidance of teaching staff.

This role suits an experienced practitioner aiming to develop towards HLTA or specialist provision roles, with opportunities to enhance behaviour management, communication, and teamwork within a supportive school environment.

Qualifications

• Recognised Level 3 qualification in Teaching Assistance or equivalent.
• Recent SEND experience in school or educational setting.
• Experience leading groups or classroom support tasks.
• Strong organisational and teamwork skills.
• Confidence to take initiative while following guidance.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils with SEND through differentiated learning activities
• Leading small-group sessions and targeted interventions
• Supporting children with autism, communication difficulties and developmental needs
• Helping organise classroom routines and smooth transitions
• Taking responsibility for activities and supporting deployment of other staff
• Monitoring pupil engagement and sharing feedback with teaching staff
• Promoting positive behaviour, emotional regulation and independence
• Supporting personal care where required

Skills

SEND experience

Group leadership

Initiative

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Education

Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Aspire People is seeking a confident Senior Teaching Assistant to support pupils with SEND in a primary setting in North Manchester. You will lead small-group sessions, support personalised learning, and coordinate classroom activities under the guidance of teaching staff.

This role suits an experienced practitioner aiming to develop towards HLTA or specialist provision roles, with opportunities to enhance behaviour management, communication, and teamwork within a supportive school environment.