SEN Learning Support Assistant

SEN Learning Support Assistant (LSA) - Manchester
Full-Time | Term Time Only | Teaching Personnel

Make a Lasting Difference Every Day

Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs? Do you thrive in a role where every day brings new challenges, rewards, and opportunities to change lives?

Teaching Personnel is seeking dedicated SEN Learning Support Assistants to work within specialist schools across the Manchester area. These settings support pupils with a range of needs including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, Speech & Language Difficulties, Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD), Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), Global Developmental Delay, Physical Disabilities, and Complex Medical Needs.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to build a rewarding career in education while making a meaningful impact on vulnerable young people.

Key Responsibilities

• Support pupils on a 1:1 basis and within small groups.
• Assist teachers in delivering engaging and accessible lessons.
• Help students develop communication, social, emotional, and academic skills.
• Implement personalised learning and behaviour support strategies.
• Support pupils during breaktimes, transitions, and educational visits.
• Monitor progress and provide feedback to teaching staff.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment.

Requirements

• Experience working with children, young people, or vulnerable adults is desirable.
• A patient, resilient, and empathetic approach.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.
• Relevant qualifications or SEN experience are advantageous but not essential.

What Teaching Personnel Offers

• Competitive weekly pay.
• Ongoing CPD and specialist SEN training.
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent positions.
• The chance to make a real difference in young people's lives.

If you're ready to inspire, support, and empower learners with additional needs, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with Teaching Personnel.

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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