Teaching Assistant - Behavioural Support

Aspire People; Manchester; Sur place; GBP 12 000 - 17 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Aspire People in Manchester is recruiting a Teaching Assistant to join a specialist school in Greater Manchester. You will provide in-class support for SEN pupils, including 1:1 and small group work, helping pupils access learning and stay engaged throughout the school day.

A patient, nurturing and resilient approach is essential, with strong communication and teamwork. SEN/SEMH experience is preferred, and a DBS on Update Service is required or willing to apply.

Qualifications

• Experience with children/young people (schools, care, youth work, coaching or similar).
• A patient, nurturing and resilient approach.
• SEN/SEMH experience is essential.
• Degree would be advantageous but not essential.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to support personal care if required.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).

Responsabilités

• Provide in class support for SEN pupils.
• Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils.
• Help pupils access learning and stay engaged throughout the school day.
• Support classroom routines, transitions and breaktimes.
• Work closely with teachers and the SEND team to monitor progress and wellbeing.

Connaissances

Experience with children

SEN/SEMH experience

Communication skills

Teamwork

Personal care support

Formation

Degree advantageous

Description du poste

Teaching Assistant - Behavioural Support

Are you passionate about helping children feel confident, supported and ready to learn?

Whether you're an experienced Teaching Assistant, a graduate looking to gain school-based experience or someone with transferable skills from care, youth work or support roles, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

We are recruiting a Teaching Assistant to join a specialist school in Greater Manchester. This is a genuinely rewarding role where no two days are the same, and every small achievement feels like a big win.

You'll work closely with an experienced team including class teachers, the SENCO, pastoral staff and skilled support assistants, with access to excellent facilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide in class support for SEN pupils
• Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils
• Help pupils access learning and stay engaged throughout the school day
• Support classroom routines, transitions and breaktimes
• Work closely with teachers and the SEND team to monitor progress and wellbeing

Requirements

• Experience with children/young people (schools, care, youth work, coaching or similar)
• A patient, nurturing and resilient approach
• SEN/SEMH experience is essential
• A degree would be advantageous but not essential
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Willingness to support personal care if required
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.