Teaching Assistant – SEN / SEMH
Location: Greater Manchester
Start Date: After Feb half term - 23/02/2026
Contract Types: Full-time | Part-time | Long-term | Short-term
Teaching Personnel are recruiting Teaching Assistants to work across a range of Specialist schools, Alternative provisions and Pupil referral units. These schools support pupils with additional needs including autism, ADHD, SEMH, communication difficulties and learning needs.
You will work as part of a multi-disciplinary staff team, alongside experienced teachers, SENCOs, pastoral staff, behaviour mentors and support workers, all focused on creating a safe, structured and supportive learning environment.
This opportunity is suitable for entry-level candidates seeking experience as well as experienced Teaching Assistants looking to progress within SEND education. Full support, guidance and access to training are provided. Looking to start after February half term, for long term and short-term roles.
About the Role
- Provide targeted 1:1 and small group support
- Assist pupils to engage with learning and classroom activities
- Support behaviour, emotional regulation and wellbeing
- Work closely with teaching and pastoral teams
- Promote a safe, inclusive and structured learning environment
About You
- Experience working with children or young people (education, care, youth work or similar), or a strong desire to gain experience
- Calm, patient and professional approach
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing
(Previous SEN/SEMH experience is desirable but not essential.)
What We Offer
- Competitive weekly pay
- Flexible work opportunities
- Free CPD and SEN/SEMH training
- Ongoing consultant support
- Opportunities across primary, secondary and specialist settings
If you are interested in this role and meet the requirements above, please apply with an up-to-date CV that highlights relevant experience and qualifications.
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Any applicants that have been out of the UK for more than 3 months over the past 5 years will be asked to provide an overseas criminal clearance check. If you do not already have one of these, please apply for this before applying to this role
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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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