SEN Pupil Support Assistant

SEN Pupil Support Assistant
Manchester | Full-Time Opportunities | Immediate & Ongoing Starts
Teaching Personnel

Help Young People Thrive in Education

Are you passionate about making a genuine difference in the lives of young people with additional needs? Teaching Personnel is seeking dedicated and compassionate SEN Pupil Support Assistants to work across a variety of specialist SEN schools and alternative provisions throughout the Manchester area.

In this rewarding role, you will support pupils with a range of needs including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD), Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN), sensory processing difficulties, physical disabilities, and complex behavioural needs. Every day brings an opportunity to help students build confidence, overcome barriers to learning, and achieve success both inside and outside the classroom.

The Role

As a SEN Pupil Support Assistant, you will play a vital role in creating a safe, engaging, and supportive learning environment where every pupil can reach their potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide tailored 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with SEN.
• Support students' academic, social, emotional, and personal development.
• Assist teaching staff in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons.
• Implement personalised learning and behaviour support plans.
• Encourage positive behaviour, independence, and self-confidence.
• Support pupils with communication, emotional regulation, and social interaction skills.
• Adapt resources and learning activities to meet individual needs.
• Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils to promote engagement and progress.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, therapists, and pastoral teams.
• Uphold safeguarding and welfare procedures at all times.

Ideal candidates will have:

• Experience working with children or young people in education, care, youth work, coaching, mentoring, or support settings.
• A genuine interest in Special Educational Needs and Inclusive Education.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Patience, resilience, and the ability to remain calm under pressure.
• A proactive and adaptable approach to supporting learning and behaviour.
• Understanding of SEN, SEMH, or behaviour management strategies (desirable but not essential).
• Relevant qualifications in Education, Psychology, Health & Social Care, Youth Work, or similar subjects are advantageous.

Why Choose Teaching Personnel?

As the UK's leading education recruitment agency, we are committed to supporting our educators every step of the way.

Benefits of Working with Teaching Personnel:

✅ Competitive weekly pay through PAYE
✅ Full-time positions with immediate and ongoing starts
✅ Dedicated personal consultant providing ongoing support
✅ Free and discounted CPD and professional development courses
✅ Opportunities to gain experience across a variety of SEN settings
✅ Potential routes into permanent school employment
✅ Flexible opportunities across Manchester and surrounding areas
✅ Access to a wide network of specialist SEN schools and provisions

Apply Today

This is an excellent opportunity for aspiring teachers, psychology graduates, experienced support staff, or anyone looking to build a rewarding career within Special Educational Needs education.

Join Teaching Personnel and become a positive role model for young people across Manchester, helping them develop the confidence, skills, and independence they need to succeed.

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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