Special Needs Teaching Assistant | Full-Time, Long-Term

Tradewind Recruitment; Manchester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment is working with a supportive and inclusive school in Oldham to recruit a dedicated Special Needs Teaching Assistant. You will support four pupils with complex needs and challenging behaviour, including two non-verbal students.

This full-time, long-term role aims to gradually increase engagement and help transition pupils from part-time to full-time education while working with teachers, SEN staff and external professionals on personalised learning plans in a structured,

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with special educational needs and/or challenging behaviour.
• Confidence working with non-verbal pupils and knowledge of PECS or Makaton (desirable).
• Strong behaviour management skills with a calm and consistent approach.
• A compassionate, resilient, and adaptable attitude.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with a range of additional needs.
• Assist in delivering tailored learning and behaviour support strategies.
• Work closely with teachers, SEN staff, and external professionals to implement personalised learning plans.
• Help maintain a structured, calm, and supportive classroom environment.
• Encourage pupils' social, emotional, and academic development.

Skills

1:1 support

Behaviour management

Non-verbal communication

Teamwork

Tools

PECS

Makaton

Job description

Tradewind Recruitment is working with a supportive and inclusive school in Oldham to recruit a dedicated Special Needs Teaching Assistant. You will support four pupils with complex needs and challenging behaviour, including two non-verbal students.

This full-time, long-term role aims to gradually increase engagement and help transition pupils from part-time to full-time education while working with teachers, SEN staff and external professionals on personalised learning plans in a structured,