SEN Teaching Assistant

Do you have a passion for supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN)?

Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can gain experience supporting students in education?

Teaching Personnel are currently seeking a passionate and dedicated SEN teaching assistant to join the support team at our partner secondary school in Bury, Greater Manchester.

• Full-time SEN Teaching Assistant position.
• £93 - £105 per day, dependent on experience and qualifications.
• Start date: September 2026

It is important that you have good knowledge of Special Educational Needs, such as Autism, Dyslexia, and behavioural disorders to be able to support students effectively. This role would be well-suited to psychology graduates who are keen to pursue a career in education.

What you will do:

• Collaborate with SENCO and support staff
• Design and implement learning schemes for students with additional learning needs.
• Adapt resources to suit individual learning styles and ability.
• Promote independent learning and self-confidence.
• Support with school routines.
• Set appropriate targets to boost confidence in learning.

If you are interested in this role, please submit your updated CV with your application or for further information, please contact the Manchester West Secondary branch on 0161 242 1799.

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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