Specialist SEND Support Practitioner: Empower Learners

Prospero Teaching; Bury; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is recruiting a Specialist SEND Support Practitioner for a full-time, permanent role in Bury. You will work with pupils aged 11–19 with diverse needs, including autism and sensory impairments, delivering specialist interventions and supporting curriculum access.

The role involves collaborating with teachers, therapists and families to implement IEPs and EHCP targets, mentoring staff, and promoting pupils' learning and independence. Starts Sept 1, 2026 in a school setting.

Qualifications

• Experience in specialist SEND support within a school setting.
• Knowledge of autism and sensory needs, and associated behaviours.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with staff, families, and external agencies.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert support to pupils with complex learning, sensory, or behavioural needs.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists and families to deliver personalised interventions that promote learning, engagement, and independence.
• Support development and implementation of IEPs and EHCP targets.
• Help pupils access the curriculum, develop life skills, and achieve personal goals.
• Mentor and coach staff in best practice SEND strategies.

Skills

SEND support experience

Autism knowledge

Behaviour support

Communication skills

Job description

Prospero Teaching is recruiting a Specialist SEND Support Practitioner for a full-time, permanent role in Bury. You will work with pupils aged 11–19 with diverse needs, including autism and sensory impairments, delivering specialist interventions and supporting curriculum access.

The role involves collaborating with teachers, therapists and families to implement IEPs and EHCP targets, mentoring staff, and promoting pupils' learning and independence. Starts Sept 1, 2026 in a school setting.