Teaching Assistant

The Education Specialists; Trafford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist education provider in Trafford seeks a passionate Teaching Assistant to support pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities. This full-time role, starting in February 2026, promises an opportunity to make significant positive impacts in students' lives. The ideal candidate will possess empathy and a positive attitude, and be engaged in supporting children aged 11-16. This position offers collaboration with a dedicated team and training opportunities.

Benefits

Specialist Teaching Assistant training course

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Passion for supporting students with SEMH needs.
• Experience working with children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities.
• Ability to engage and interact effectively with young people.

Responsibilities

• Support children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities in the classroom.
• Help students overcome challenges and engage in learning.
• Contribute to a warm and collaborative team environment.

Skills

Empathy

Positive attitude

Engaging approach

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

Job description

The Education Specialists are working in partnership with a specialist SEND school in Trafford, committed to providing exceptional education and support to pupils aged 11-16. We are looking for a passionate, resilient, and inspiring Teaching Assistant to join our team and make a significant impact on the lives of our young people.

Long-term Teaching Assistant position to start in February 2026. The role is full time Monday to Friday, ongoing, and will be a permanent position for the right candidate.

Long-term Teaching Assistant role to support children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities, including ASD, PMLD, complex needs, and SEMH.

The school has provisions for pupils aged 11-16 who have an education, health, and care plan (EHCP) that reflects their special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). Supporting teaching and learning in the classroom, you will be fully committed to individually support the children, help them overcome challenges, engage in learning, break down barriers, and achieve positive outcomes.

The school offers a creative curriculum, a very child-centred and nurturing approach, designed to meet each child’s individual needs, with a large focus on sports activities to help the children regulate their emotions.

We are looking for someone with empathy, a positive and energetic attitude, an interactive and engaging approach, and who can commit full time long term.

You will be joining a warm, collaborative, welcoming and supportive team.

We will be delighted to hear from you; this is an amazing opportunity to be part of an experienced and dedicated team.

We offer a specialist Teaching Assistant (TA) training course, if you feel this would be beneficial, please let your consultant know.

How to Apply

If you are passionate about supporting students with SEMH needs and have the skills and experience required for this role, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV.

The Education Specialists are proud holders of the APSCO audited accreditation which means our recruitment practices are of the highest standard. We are committed to safeguarding children and young people. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and a satisfactory enhanced DBS. The Education Specialists promote equal opportunities and diversity for employees, workers and applicants. We follow GDPR laws to ensure the protection and privacy of your data.

As part of our registration process, you'll need an enhanced DBS check and we will need to see and copy your original qualifications before any placement. Teaching roles require Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.