SEN Teaching Assistant / Primary Teacher / Support Staff

Full-Time, Long-Term & Supply Opportunities Available
Location: Manchester

Keywords: Primary Teacher, SEN Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant,Cover Supervisor, SEND, Autism, Primary SEN, Trafford Education Jobs

We are currently recruiting caring, patient, and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistants, Primary Teacher and Support Staff to join a welcoming specialist education setting in Manchester. This role involves supporting young children with a range of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), helping them to develop confidence, communication, independence, and key life skills in a safe and nurturing environment.

The school provides a highly supportive setting for pupils with additional needs, including Autism (ASC), ADHD, speech and language needs, learning difficulties, and social, emotional, and sensory needs. Staff work closely together to create engaging, structured learning experiences that enable every child to reach their full potential.

Role Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support for children with SEND.
• Assist pupils with learning activities, communication, and social development.
• Support children with personal care where required.
• Encourage positive behaviour using consistent and nurturing strategies.
• Help create a safe, engaging, and inclusive classroom environment.
• Work closely with teachers, therapists, and SEN professionals to meet individual learning needs.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, parents, and the wider school team.

Who We Are Looking For

• SEN Teaching Assistants and Learning Support Assistants.
• Individuals with experience in SEND, childcare, early years, care, youth work, or support work.
• Candidates who are patient, compassionate, and passionate about supporting children with additional needs.
• Those who enjoy working as part of a collaborative and supportive team.

Requirements

• Previous experience supporting children or young people, ideally within an SEN or education setting.
• A caring, positive, and flexible approach to supporting pupils with additional needs.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.
• A strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

What's on Offer

• Flexible supply and long-term opportunities.
• Competitive daily pay rates.
• A welcoming and supportive SEN school environment.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Opportunities for permanent roles and career progression within specialist education.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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