Sensory Support Teaching Assistant - Primary

Aspire People; Manchester; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People are seeking patient and nurturing Sensory Support Teaching Assistants to work across primary schools and specialist provisions in Manchester. You will support pupils with sensory processing needs, delivering sensory-based activities and helping them engage and access learning in calm, structured environments.

Ideal candidates will have recent SEND experience in a UK setting, understand sensory processing differences, and be calm, observant and adaptable, with the ability to follow

Qualifications

• Recent experience supporting children with SEND in a UK school or specialist setting.
• Understands sensory processing differences and their impact on learning and behaviour.
• Experience using sensory resources or supporting sensory activities.
• Able to recognise when a child may be overwhelmed or overstimulated.
• Calm, observant, patient and adaptable.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils with sensory processing needs and additional learning difficulties.
• Delivering sensory-based activities to encourage engagement and development.
• Supporting sensory circuits and movement-based activities where appropriate.
• Helping pupils manage sensory overload and emotional dysregulation.
• Creating calm, structured and supportive learning environments.
• Using individual sensory strategies and guidance provided by school staff.
• Supporting communication, interaction and independence.
• Helping pupils transition between activities and classroom environments.
• Working closely with teachers, SENCOs and other support staff.

Skills

SEND experience (UK school)

Sensory processing understanding

Calm, observant, patient demeanor

Follow individual support plans

Job description

SENSORY SUPPORT TEACHING ASSISTANT - PRIMARY

Manchester & Surrounding Areas | Full-Time & Part-Time | Aspire People

Aspire People are looking for patient and nurturing Sensory Support Teaching Assistants to work across primary schools and specialist provisions in Manchester.

These opportunities are suited to individuals who understand the importance of sensory experiences in helping children regulate, engage and access learning. You will support pupils with additional needs who may benefit from sensory activities, structured routines and carefully adapted learning environments.

THE ROLE:

• Supporting pupils with sensory processing needs and additional learning difficulties
• Delivering sensory-based activities to encourage engagement and development
• Supporting sensory circuits and movement-based activities where appropriate
• Helping pupils manage sensory overload and emotional dysregulation
• Creating calm, structured and supportive learning environments
• Using individual sensory strategies and guidance provided by school staff
• Supporting communication, interaction and independence
• Helping pupils transition between activities and classroom environments
• Working closely with teachers, SENCOs and other support staff

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:

• Has recent experience supporting children with SEND in a UK school or specialist setting
• Understands sensory processing differences and their impact on learning and behaviour
• Has experience using sensory resources or supporting sensory activitiesli>
• Can recognise when a child may be overwhelmed or overstimulated
• Is calm, observant, patient and adaptable
• Can follow individual support plans and consistent routines
• Has a genuine interest in supporting children's development and wellbeing

Experience supporting pupils with autism, ADHD, communication difficulties or complex needs would be particularly advantageous.

WHY WORK WITH ASPIRE PEOPLE?

• Flexible full-time and part-time opportunities
• Daily supply and long-term placements
• Competitive daily pay rates
• Dedicated consultant support
• Opportunities within mainstream and specialist settings

All applicants will be subject to relevant safeguarding and compliance checks.

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