Temporary Teaching Assistant 1 SEN

Urmston Primary; Urmston; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Urmston Primary School invites applications for a Temporary Teaching Assistant 1 SEN to support a child on a one-to-one basis and possibly take on other TA duties. 30 hours across 38 weeks (term time only). Pro rata salary £18,620–£20,163 with Band 3 point 6–11; closing date 9 October 2026, 12 Noon; interviews the week of 12 October 2026.

Contract runs until 18 December 2026 with potential for extension. DBS and satisfactory pre-employment checks required.

Qualifications

• Be qualified to at least Level 2 TA/LSA or equivalent.
• Have a high level and understanding and experience of working with children and young people with SEND particularly ASC.
• Have a strong awareness and understanding of sensory need and the varied ways of meeting needs of young people.
• Have a calm, patient and friendly manner and approach
• Have excellent skills in terms of classroom practice with a proven track record in a primary school of supporting young people with additional needs.
• Have high expectations of children's learning and behaviour
• Be committed, flexible and enthusiastic
• Be an effective team member
• Possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Have a keen sense of fun and enjoyment of life!

Responsibilities

• The post is specifically to support a child on a one-to-one basis when necessary but the role may also include other TA roles and responsibilities.
• The ideal candidate will know when and how to be flexible and adapt to different situations, but be skilled at utilising a timetabled set of support strategies.
• Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
• The successful applicant's appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment clearances including a Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Skills

SEND experience

ASC experience

Calm and patient

Interpersonal skills

Education

Level 2 TA/LSA or equivalent

Job description

URMSTON PRIMARY SCHOOL
Wycliffe Road
Urmston
Manchester
M41 5AH
0161 748 4362
Email: [e-mail]
Website: www.urmstonprimary.com
Headteacher: Simon Parker

TEMPORARY TEACHING ASSISTANT 1 SEN - Required as soon as possible
until 18 December 2026 in the first instance
Band 3 point 6 11 £26,847 - £29,071 (pro rata) Actual salary £18,620 - £20,163
38 weeks per year (term time only)
30 hours, Monday to Friday (but possibly negotiable)

The Governors wish to appoint a suitably qualified and enthusiastic SEND Teaching Assistant commencing as soon as possible to join our happy and successful school. The temporary contract will be until 18 December 2026, in the first instance.

Further information about our school can be viewed on our website at www.urmstonprimary.com

You will:

• Be qualified to at least Level 2 TA/LSA or equivalent
• Have a high level and understanding and experience of working with children and young people with SEND particularly ASC.
• Have a strong awareness and understanding of sensory need and the varied ways of meeting needs of young people.
• Have a calm, patient and friendly manner and approach
• Have excellent skills in terms of classroom practice with a proven track record in a primary school of supporting young people with additional needs
• Have high expectations of children's learning and behaviour
• Be committed, flexible and enthusiastic
• Be an effective team member
• Possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Have a keen sense of fun and enjoyment of life!

The post is specifically to support a child on a one-to-one basis when necessary but the role may also include other TA roles and responsibilities. The ideal candidate will know when and how to be flexible and adapt to different situations, but be skilled at utilising a timetabled set of support strategies.

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

The successful applicant's appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment clearances including a Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Closing date - Friday 9 October 2026 at 12 Noon
Interviews Week beginning Monday 12 October 2026