Secondary SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: South Manchester
Start Date: 23rd February (after Feb half term)
Contract: Full-time, Long-term (Temp to Perm opportunities available)
Working Hours: Monday–Friday, Term Time
Teaching Personnel are working in partnership with a supportive and inclusive secondary SEN provision to recruit a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support pupils aged 11–16 with a range of special educational needs.
The school supports young people with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, speech, language and communication difficulties, and moderate learning difficulties. Pupils benefit from small class sizes, structured routines and consistent adult support to help them access learning and develop confidence.
You will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team, alongside experienced teachers, SENCOs, pastoral staff, behaviour mentors and external professionals, all focused on creating a safe, inclusive and engaging learning environment.
The Role Will Involve:
- Providing 1:1 and small group support to pupils with SEN
- Supporting pupils to access the curriculum through adapted and differentiated activities
- Assisting with emotional regulation, behaviour and engagement in lessons
- Implementing EHCP targets, learning plans and behaviour support strategies
- Supporting pupils during lessons, transitions, break and lunchtime periods
- Working closely with class teachers, SENCOs and pastoral teams
- Encouraging independence, resilience and positive learning behaviours
- Helping to maintain a calm, safe and inclusive classroom environment
About the School & Facilities:
- Small class sizes with high staff-to-pupil ratios
- Purpose-built SEN classrooms and intervention spaces
- Access to sensory rooms, quiet spaces and regulation areas
- Strong leadership team with a focus on staff wellbeing and development
- Ongoing training and support for SEN and behaviour strategies
We Are Looking For Someone Who:
- Has experience working with young people with SEN or additional needs (school-based or transferable experience welcomed)
- Is patient, calm, resilient and empathetic
- Is confident supporting challenging behaviour using positive strategies
- Has strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Is proactive, reliable and able to work as part of a team
- Has a genuine passion for supporting young people with additional needs
Previous experience in a secondary school, alternative provision or specialist SEN setting is desirable but not essential — full training and ongoing support will be provided.
Why Work with Teaching Personnel?
- Competitive weekly pay via PAYE
- Dedicated SEN consultant support
- Free access to SEN, SEMH and safeguarding training
- Long-term placements with potential for permanent roles
- Supportive schools with experienced leadership and pastoral teams
Safeguarding & Requirements:
- Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply)
- Right to work in the UK
- Overseas criminal checks may be required where applicable
If you are passionate about supporting young people with SEN and are looking for a rewarding role in a supportive secondary setting, we would love to hear from you.
Please apply with an up-to-date CV highlighting relevant experience.
When applying through Teaching Personnel, an enhanced DBS on the update service is a required document. If you do not have one already, you will be asked to apply for one through Teaching Personnel before you are able to start in a position.
Any applicants that have been out of the UK for more than 3 months over the past 5 years will be asked to provide an overseas criminal clearance check. If you do not already have one of these, please apply for this before applying to this role
All applicants must have a permanent residence and right to work in the UK. If you are currently based in another country, please do not apply for these roles as we will not be able to process your application.
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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