SEN Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant – Full-Time Opportunity

Fallowfield | April Start | 8:30am – 3:30pm

Teaching Personnel is thrilled to be supporting a highly respected, inclusive primary school in Fallowfield that is looking for a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team full-time after the Easter break.

This is a fantastic chance to make a genuine difference—supporting children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) through one-to-one work and small-group interventions in a warm, nurturing, and high-achieving environment.

About the School

The school is widely recognised for its inclusive ethos, strong sense of community, and commitment to enabling every child to thrive. You’ll be joining a supportive, collaborative staff team that values the vital role teaching assistants play in pupil progress and wellbeing.

Your Key Responsibilities

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Deliver targeted one-to-one and small-group support for pupils with SEN
• Assist the class teacher with tailored learning activities
• Support the development, delivery, and review of Individual Education Plans (IEPs)
• Help to foster a safe, inclusive, and engaging classroom environment
• Work closely with teachers, the SENCO, and external professionals
• Adapt your approach to meet individual learning needs effectively

What We’re Looking For

• GCSE (or equivalent) qualifications in English and Maths
• Experience supporting children with SEN
• A patient, nurturing, and adaptable approach
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• A strong commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing
• Level 2 Safeguarding qualification – or willingness to complete this

Why Join Teaching Personnel?

• Flexibility & Variety – Positions matched to your skills and experience
• Professional Growth – Access to our CPD Academy for ongoing development
• Competitive Weekly Pay – Reflective of your experience and availability
• Simple Admin Processes – Manage everything easily via our myTP portal
• Supportive, Professional Culture – Safeguarding and integrity at our core
• Recognition & Rewards – Celebrate success through our Excellence in Education Awards

Apply Today – Make a Lasting Impact

If you’re passionate about supporting pupils with SEN and want to grow within a supportive, inclusive school environment, we’d love to hear from you. Submit your CV today, and a member of our team will be in touch to discuss the next steps.

Safeguarding Statement

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check and must provide satisfactory references prior to employment.

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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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