Secondary SEN Teaching Assistant

SEN Secondary Teaching Assistant

Location: Tameside, Greater Manchester
Pay: £90 – £100 per day (dependent on experience)
Contract: Full-time | Term-Time Only
Start Date: Immediate / Easter Start Available

Are you passionate about helping young people overcome barriers to learning? Do you want a career where you can make a real difference every single day?

A welcoming and inclusive secondary school in Tameside is looking for a compassionate and motivated SEN Teaching Assistant to join their dedicated support team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work closely with students who have additional learning needs, helping them gain confidence, develop independence, and reach their full potential.

This role is ideal for someone who is patient, supportive, and passionate about inclusive education.

About the School

This well-established secondary school in Tameside prides itself on providing a supportive and inclusive learning environment for students aged 11–16. The school has a strong commitment to supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN) including:

• Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
• ADHD
• Moderate learning difficulties
• Speech and language needs
• Social, emotional, and behavioural needs

The school offers a range of excellent facilities and support services to ensure all students can thrive, including:

• Dedicated SEN support department and intervention rooms
• Small group learning areas for targeted support
• Wellbeing and quiet spaces to support emotional regulation
• Modern classrooms equipped with inclusive learning resources
• Outdoor spaces to support wellbeing and engagement
• Access to specialist support services and external professionals

The school has a strong pastoral team and experienced SEN staff, creating a positive and supportive environment where both students and staff feel valued.

The Role

As an SEN Secondary Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and support staff to help students access the curriculum and develop important life skills.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting students 1:1 or in small groups within lessons
• Helping students understand and complete classroom tasks
• Providing additional support for students with SEN
• Using visual aids, structured routines, and adapted resources
• Supporting students with organisation, focus, and engagement
• Encouraging positive behaviour and confidence in learning
• Assisting teachers with classroom activities and lesson preparation
• Helping students develop social and communication skills

Every day will bring new opportunities to support students and celebrate their progress.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who is:

• Patient, empathetic and resilient
• Passionate about supporting young people with additional needs
• Able to build positive relationships with students
• Calm and confident in challenging situations
• A strong team player with excellent communication skills

Previous experience working with children or young people with SEN, autism, ADHD or learning difficulties is beneficial but not essential.

Transferable Experience Welcome

The school welcomes applicants with experience in:

• Teaching assistant or learning support roles
• Youth work
• Care or support work
• Behaviour mentoring
• Sports coaching
• Residential childcare
• Psychology or education graduates

If you have experience working with young people, vulnerable individuals or behaviour support, your skills will be highly valuable in this role.

Why This Role Is So Rewarding

Working as an SEN Teaching Assistant is one of the most rewarding careers in education. You will help students:

• Overcome barriers to learning
• Develop confidence and independence
• Build positive relationships
• Achieve milestones they once thought were impossible

The progress you support may be small at times, but the impact you make can last a lifetime.

What the School Offers

• A supportive and welcoming school community
• Experienced leadership and SEN support teams
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• The opportunity to gain valuable experience in education
• A rewarding role where you can make a real difference in young people’s lives

Location & Transport Links

The school is located in Tameside, Greater Manchester, with excellent transport connections:

• Accessible via regular bus routes across Tameside and Manchester
• Close to local train stations with links to Manchester city centre
• Easy access to the M60, M67 and surrounding A-roads
• Staff parking available on or near site

This makes commuting easy from Manchester, Stockport, Oldham, Ashton-under-Lyne, Hyde and surrounding areas.

Apply Now

If you are ready to start a rewarding career supporting young people with additional needs, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today and become part of a team dedicated to helping every student succeed.

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