Teaching Assistant

REESON Education; Wythenshawe; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

REESON Education is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support a SEND unit in Wythenshawe. You will work with pupils with SLCN, ASD, and non-verbal needs, providing structured, nurturing assistance to access learning.

The role involves 1:1 and small group support, collaboration with speech and language professionals, and using visual aids and basic sign support to aid communication and learning.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils with SLCN/ASD and non-verbal needs.
• Able to use visual aids and basic sign support.
• Experience in SEN or communication-focused settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SLCN, ASD, and non-verbal needs
• Supporting learning and engagement using adapted resources
• Working closely with speech and language therapists and the school SENDCO
• Helping pupils develop confidence, independence, and communication skills
• Maintaining a safe and supportive classroom environment

Skills

SLCN support

ASD support

Communication skills

Sign support

1:1 support

Job description

Teaching Assistant (SLCN TA SEPT/OCT) Wythenshawe, England

Salary: GBP14.25 - GBP16.65 per hour + PAYE or Umbrella

Role: Teaching Assistant

Location: M23, Wythenshawe
Start Date:asap

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM (30-minute break)
Pay: £14.25 to £16.65 per hour
Contract: Full-time, long-term (opportunity to go permanent)

Reeson Education is recruiting for a Teaching Assistant to join a fantastic primary school in the M23 area. This Teaching Assistant role is based within a dedicated SEND unit supporting pupils with a range of communication and learning needs including SLCN, ASD, and non-verbal communication.

As a Teaching Assistant in this setting, you will play a key role in providing consistency, structure, and emotional support to pupils who benefit from tailored teaching strategies and a calm, nurturing approach. The successful Teaching Assistant will have prior experience supporting pupils with additional needs and will be confident in using visual aids, basic sign support, and other tools to help children access learning.

The school offers:

• A warm, inclusive SEND unit within a mainstream primary
• Highly supportive leadership and SEND team
• Excellent facilities for communication-focused support
• Opportunities for the Teaching Assistant to take part in ongoing training and development

Key responsibilities for this Teaching Assistant role:

• Providing 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SLCN, ASD, and non-verbal needs
• Supporting learning and engagement using adapted resources
• Working closely with speech and language therapists and the school SENDCO
• Helping pupils develop confidence, independence, and communication skills
• Maintaining a safe and supportive classroom environment

This Teaching Assistant role is ideal for someone who is proactive, patient, and truly passionate about helping children with additional needs thrive. Previous experience in an SEN or communication-focused setting is essential.

If you are a compassionate and experienced Teaching Assistant looking for a long-term opportunity where you can make a difference, we want to hear from you. This Teaching Assistant role offers a fantastic chance to build strong, lasting relationships with pupils and potentially progress to a permanent role.

Reeson Education is working on behalf of the school to recruit for this Teaching Assistant position.