SEN Classroom Support Assistant

SEN Classroom Support Mentor | Manchester
Full-Time | Immediate Start | Through Teaching Personnel

Do you have the passion, resilience, and dedication to make a genuine difference in the lives of young people with additional needs?

Teaching Personnel are currently recruiting for a SEN Classroom Support Mentor to join a welcoming and supportive Secondary SEN School in Manchester. This rewarding full-time role is available for an immediate start and offers the opportunity to support students with a range of additional needs including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD), Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN), and Physical Disabilities.

This is far more than a classroom support role. You'll become a trusted mentor, positive role model, and key figure in helping young people overcome barriers to learning, develop confidence, and achieve their potential both academically and personally.

The Role

As a SEN Classroom Support Mentor, you will work closely with teachers, therapists, and pastoral teams to provide tailored support to students across Key Stages 3 and 4.

Your role will include:

• Supporting students with a range of special educational needs both inside and outside the classroom
• Building strong, positive relationships that encourage engagement, confidence, and personal development
• Providing 1:1 and small-group intervention support
• Assisting with academic learning, social skills development, and emotional regulation
• Encouraging positive behaviour and implementing behaviour support strategies
• Supporting students during practical lessons, enrichment activities, and educational visits
• Working collaboratively with teaching staff and external professionals
• Monitoring progress and providing feedback on student achievements and wellbeing
• Creating a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment

What We're Looking For

We are seeking individuals who are patient, adaptable, and passionate about supporting young people with additional needs.

Ideal candidates will have:

• Experience working with children or young people with SEN, SEMH, or additional learning needs
• A calm, resilient, and proactive approach
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• The ability to remain positive and professional in challenging situations
• A genuine passion for helping young people succeed
• Experience in education, youth work, care, coaching, mental health support, residential care, or similar settings (desirable)
• Relevant qualifications in Education, Psychology, Youth Work, Health & Social Care, or related fields (desirable but not essential)

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

At Teaching Personnel, we don't just find jobs - we help build rewarding careers.

We Offer:

• Competitive weekly pay paid through PAYE
• Dedicated specialist consultant support throughout your placement
• Access to free and discounted CPD courses and training
• Opportunities to gain experience across a variety of specialist SEN settings
• Long-term and permanent career progression opportunities
• Flexible payment options and straightforward registration process
• Access to our employee wellbeing and support services
• Opportunities to develop invaluable SEN, safeguarding, behavioural, and intervention skills

Make a Lasting Difference

Every day presents an opportunity to change a young person's future. If you're ready to inspire, support, and empower students with additional needs whilst gaining valuable SEN experience, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today with Teaching Personnel and begin your journey as a SEN Classroom Support Mentor in Manchester.

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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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