Teaching Assistant

Connex Education; Bury; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Full training

Weekly PAYE

Classroom Management Toolkit access

Wellbeing programme

Career progression

Education Consultant support

Job summary

Connex Education is seeking enthusiastic SEND Teaching Assistants to support students aged 11-16 across local secondary schools. This role offers in-class support and small group interventions, with a salary dependent on experience.

You will work with teachers to adapt materials, track progress, and contribute to EHCPs while benefiting from full training, weekly PAYE, and a clear career pathway in education.

Qualifications

• Level 2 English and Maths (GCSE grade C/4 or equivalent)
• Experience with SEND
• Safeguarding principles understood
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Patience and empathy for inclusive education

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small group support to students with SEND (autism, ADHD, dyslexia, etc.)
• Collaborate with teachers to adapt materials and ensure lessons are accessible
• Support emotional and social development, building confidence and independence
• Maintain records of student progress and contribute to EHCPs
• Participate in training to enhance SEND expertise

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Empathy

Inclusive education

Education

Level 2 English & Maths GCSE

Level 3 Teaching Assistant (desirable)

First aid qualification

Job description

Secondary School Teaching Assistant

£92.80 – £105 per day – Salary dependent on experience

Full-time / Part Time (3 – 5 days per week)

Monday to Friday

We are seeking enthusiastic and dedicated Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistants to join our team supporting students across local secondary schools. This is an excellent opportunity to make a real difference in young people’s lives while developing your career in education.

About the Role

Working directly with students aged 11-16 who have special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), you will provide crucial support to help them access the curriculum and reach their full potential. You’ll be part of a committed team delivering both in-class support and small group interventions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide one-to-one and small group support to students with various special educational needs, including autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and social-emotional challenges
• Work collaboratively with teachers to adapt learning materials and ensure lessons are accessible to all students
• Support students’ emotional and social development, helping them build confidence and independence
• Maintain detailed records of student progress and contribute to educational healthcare plans (EHCPs)
• Participate in training and development opportunities to enhance your SEND expertise

Required Qualifications & Experience:

• Level 2 qualification in English and Maths (GCSE grade C/4 or equivalent)
• Experience working with young people with SEND (professional or voluntary)
• Understanding of safeguarding principles and practices
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Patience, empathy, and a genuine commitment to inclusive education

Desirable Qualities:

• Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or willingness to work towards this
• Experience in a secondary school setting
• Knowledge of specific SEND interventions and support strategies
• First aid qualification

Benefits of working with Connex Education:

• Competitive pay rates up to £500 per week
• Full training provided to support you in the role
• Weekly PAYE payments
• Free access to our Classroom Management Toolkit for skill development
• Wellbeing programme and ongoing professional development opportunities
• Potential pathway into qualified teaching
• A dedicated Education Consultant to support your career goals

Successful candidates will be required to conduct an interview and complete a vetting process which includes 2 years of reference details, Enhanced Child Workforce DBS if you do not have one, you can get one through Connex Education at the cost of £60.

If you’re able to support the school based in the Warrington area this academic year as a Teaching Assistant.

Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and candidates to share this commitment. We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, and other relevant legislation. All appointments are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.