Sen Teaching Assistant

1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant (Autism Support) | Full-Time | November Start | Longsight

Location: Longsight
Start Date: November 2026
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm

Make a Positive Impact Every Day

Teaching Personnel is delighted to be working in partnership with a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Longsight to recruit a dedicated 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant to support a pupil with Autism in a Year 4 classroom from November 2026.

This is a rewarding opportunity for a patient, caring, and enthusiastic individual who is passionate about supporting children with additional needs. You will play a key role in helping a pupil engage with learning, build confidence, develop social skills, and reach their full potential within a nurturing and supportive school environment.

The Role

As a 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with the class teacher, SENCO, and wider school staff to provide tailored support throughout the school day, ensuring the pupil can access learning and thrive both academically and socially.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support for a pupil with Autism within a Year 4 classroom.
• Support the pupil's academic, social, emotional, and behavioural development.
• Work collaboratively with the class teacher and SENCO to implement personalised learning strategies and support plans.
• Encourage independence, confidence, and participation in classroom activities.
• Promote positive behaviour and support the development of communication and social interaction skills.
• Adapt activities and resources to meet the pupil's individual learning needs.
• Monitor progress and contribute to reviews and ongoing support plans.
• Help create a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment.

About You

The successful candidate will:

• Have experience supporting children with Autism or other Special Educational Needs (SEN).
• Demonstrate a patient, empathetic, and adaptable approach.
• Have strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Be able to build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and families.
• Work effectively both independently and as part of a wider team.
• Be passionate about supporting children with additional needs to achieve their potential.
• Be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant, Support Worker, Care Worker, or within an educational setting would be advantageous, although not essential for the right candidate.

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive weekly pay rates based on experience and responsibilities.
• Access to ongoing CPD and specialist SEN training opportunities.
• Dedicated support from an experienced education consultant.
• Easy placement and timesheet management through the myTP platform.
• Opportunities to work across a variety of primary schools throughout Greater Manchester.
• Career development and progression opportunities within education.
• Recognition through our Excellence in Education Awards programme.

Apply Today

If you're looking for a rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference to a child's educational journey, we'd love to hear from you.

Submit your latest CV today, and a member of the Teaching Personnel team will be in touch to discuss this exciting opportunity in more detail.

Safeguarding Statement

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