SEN Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant – Start After the Easter Break

Location: Longsight
Start Date: Just after the Easter holidays
Hours: Full-time, Monday–Friday (8:30am – 3:30pm)

Teaching Personnel is working closely with a welcoming, inclusive primary school that is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team after the Easter break. This role involves supporting pupils with a variety of Special Educational Needs through a mix of one-to-one and small group work.

About the School

The school is committed to creating a caring, supportive environment where every child is encouraged to achieve their full potential. With a strong focus on inclusion, wellbeing, and positive relationships, the staff team works collaboratively to ensure all pupils feel valued and supported.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support for pupils with SEN, both individually and in small groups
• Work with class teachers to deliver differentiated, engaging learning activities
• Deliver targeted one-to-one interventions to help pupils meet their learning goals
• Create a safe, nurturing, and inclusive classroom atmosphere
• Support the implementation and monitoring of Individual Education Plans (IEPs)
• Work alongside teachers, SENCOs, and external professionals to meet pupil needs

What We’re Looking For

• GCSE (or equivalent) English and Maths
• Previous experience supporting pupils with SEN
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A patient, adaptable, and proactive approach to supporting learning
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil wellbeing
• Level 2 Safeguarding (or willingness to complete training through Teaching Personnel)

Why Choose Teaching Personnel?

• Access to a variety of roles in local schools
• Ongoing CPD through our specialist CPD Academy
• Competitive weekly pay based on experience
• Simple, streamlined admin through our myTP portal
• Supportive team focused on wellbeing and safeguarding
• Recognition of your hard work through our Excellence in Education Awards

Apply Now

If you’re passionate about supporting children with SEN and want to join a caring, dedicated school community, we’d love to hear from you.

Send your CV today and a member of our team will be in touch to discuss the next steps.

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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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