SEN classroom assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant

Blackley, Manchester

Start Date: September 2026

Teaching Personnel is seeking a confident and resilient SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist educational setting supporting pupils with a range of complex learning needs.

This role would suit someone who is proactive, compassionate, and able to build positive relationships with young people who may require additional support to engage with learning and regulate their emotions.

The School

The school provides specialist education for pupils who all have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) in place. Whilst learners' primary area of need is a learning disability, many pupils have a combination of additional needs that require personalised support from a skilled and dedicated staff team.

Pupils are supported within different provisions based on their age and individual needs, including KS3, KS4, KS5 and a structured provision, offering a varied and rewarding environment for support staff.

What You'll Be Doing

No two days are the same in this role. You will be:

• Supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups.
• Helping students access lessons and develop independence skills.
• Encouraging positive behaviour and emotional regulation.
• Building trusting relationships with pupils who may find education challenging.
• Working closely with teachers, therapists and support staff to meet individual needs.
• Providing personal care support where required.
• Using positive behaviour management strategies to support pupils who may display challenging behaviours.
• Contributing to a safe, inclusive and nurturing learning environment.

We're Looking For Someone Who:

Is confident, patient and proactive.

Can remain calm under pressure and manage challenging behaviours effectively.

Works well as part of a team and communicates professionally with staff and pupils.

Has experience working with children or young people with additional needs.

Holds Team Teach training or is willing to complete Team Teach training.

Is comfortable supporting pupils with personal care requirements.

Has a genuine passion for helping young people reach their full potential.

Why Apply Through Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive weekly pay.
• Access to CPD and specialist SEN training.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant.
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent positions.
• The chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young people every day.

If you're looking for a rewarding role within a specialist SEN setting and have the resilience, empathy and dedication needed to support pupils with diverse learning needs, we'd love to hear from you.

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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