SEN Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant – SEN Support (Full-Time)
Location: Longsight
Start Date: February 2026
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm

Teaching Personnel is delighted to be working with a well-regarded primary school in Longsight that is seeking a caring, dedicated Teaching Assistant to support pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN).

In this full-time role, you will work closely with children on a one-to-one basis and in small groups, supporting a variety of SEN needs. The school is committed to nurturing each child’s spiritual, physical, social, and intellectual development, and is looking for someone who shares their inclusive ethos.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide support to pupils with SEN across academic tasks and daily routines
• Assist teachers with planning and delivering differentiated learning
• Lead targeted one-to-one interventions to help pupils meet their goals
• Foster a safe, inclusive, and encouraging learning environment
• Support the implementation and monitoring of Individual Education Plans (IEPs)
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff and external professionals to ensure consistent, holistic support

What We’re Looking For

• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths
• Experience working with children or young people with SEN
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A proactive, flexible, collaborative approach
• Level 2 Safeguarding training (or willingness to complete—training provided)

Why Join Teaching Personnel?

• Variety & Flexibility: Opportunities across a wide range of local schools
• CPD Academy: Access to ongoing training and development
• Weekly Pay: Competitive rates paid every Friday
• Digital Tools: Streamlined admin through the myTP platform
• Safe Working Practices: Strong emphasis on safeguarding and professionalism
• Recognition: Celebrate your achievements through our Excellence in Education Awards

Ready to Apply?
If you’re passionate about supporting SEN learners and want to join a nurturing school community, we’d love to hear from you.
Please send your most recent CV with relevant experience and contact details. A member of our team will get 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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