SEN Teaching Assistant

Oldham | September Start | Teaching Personnel

Are you passionate about helping children and young people with additional needs achieve their full potential?

Teaching Personnel is seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist school in Oldham from September. This is an opportunity to become part of a highly supportive team making a genuine difference to the lives of pupils with Autistic Spectrum Condition (ASC) and Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN).

Whether you have previous SEN experience or have worked in care, support work, youth work or education, this role offers the chance to develop your skills within a rewarding specialist setting where every achievement matters.

About the School

This specialist provision supports pupils aged 4-19 years, providing a tailored and nurturing learning environment designed to meet a wide range of communication, sensory and learning needs.

The school is committed to helping every pupil develop confidence, independence and essential life skills through a personalised approach that focuses on wellbeing, inclusion and preparing young people for adulthood.

Staff benefit from strong leadership, ongoing training opportunities and the chance to work alongside experienced teachers, therapists and support professionals.

The Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting pupils both inside and outside the classroom. Working closely with teaching staff and therapists, you will help deliver individualised support that enables pupils to engage with learning, develop social skills and achieve personal milestones.

No two days are the same, making this a highly rewarding position for someone who is patient, adaptable and committed to supporting young people with additional needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support to pupils with a range of SEN needs
• Deliver 1:1 and small-group learning interventions
• Support pupils using communication strategies such as PECS, visual timetables and AAC systems
• Promote positive behaviour through consistency, encouragement and de-escalation techniques
• Assist pupils in developing social, emotional and independence skills
• Support sensory regulation and engagement throughout the school day
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists and families to achieve positive outcomes
• Assist with personal care where required, including toileting, feeding and mobility support
• Help maintain a safe, structured and inclusive learning environment

We Are Looking For

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEN, disabilities or additional needs
• A caring, resilient and proactive approach
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• The ability to remain calm and positive in challenging situations
• A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable young people
• Flexibility and willingness to support personal care needs
• Commitment to a full-time, long-term position

Ideal Backgrounds

We welcome applications from candidates with experience in:

• SEN Education
• Teaching Assistance
• Support Work
• Residential Care
• Youth Work
• Mental Health Support
• Social Care
• Behaviour Support

What We Offer

• Long-term, full-time opportunities in specialist education settings
• Competitive weekly pay
• Dedicated support from an experienced recruitment consultant
• Access to CPD and specialist SEN training
• Opportunities to develop your career within education
• The chance to make a lasting impact on the lives of children and young people

Apply Today

If you're looking for a rewarding role where you can help pupils build confidence, develop independence and achieve meaningful progress every day, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now with your CV to be considered for our September intake.