SEN Classroom Assistant

Middleton, Greater Manchester | Teaching Personnel

Are you passionate about supporting children with additional needs and helping them achieve their full potential? Teaching Personnel is seeking a caring, enthusiastic SEN Classroom Assistant to join a specialist primary school in Middleton, where every child's individual journey is supported, valued, and celebrated.

A Role That Makes a Real Difference

This specialist provision caters for pupils aged 3-11 with a range of additional learning needs. The school is dedicated to creating a nurturing and inclusive environment where children are encouraged to build confidence, develop independence, and enjoy learning in a way that works for them.

As an SEN Classroom Assistant, you will be a key part of each pupil's progress, providing the support and encouragement they need to thrive both in and out of the classroom.

What You'll Be Doing

Working alongside teachers and support staff, you will:

✅ Provide 1:1 support and lead small group interventions.

✅ Assist with tailored learning activities designed around individual pupil needs.

✅ Promote positive behaviour and active engagement in lessons.

✅ Support pupils' social, emotional, and communication development.

✅ Help children overcome barriers to learning and work towards personal targets.

✅ Build strong relationships with staff, families, and external professionals to support positive outcomes.

✅ Provide personal care support where required.

About the School

The school is known for its child-centred approach and commitment to inclusive education. Through personalised learning, specialist support, and strong community partnerships, staff work together to ensure every child has the opportunity to succeed.

Children are encouraged to develop their strengths, celebrate their achievements, and feel confident in a safe and supportive learning environment.

We're Looking For Someone Who...

• Has experience working with children, ideally within an SEN or educational setting.
• Is comfortable providing personal care support when needed.
• Demonstrates patience, empathy, and resilience.
• Has strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Can adapt their approach to meet the needs of individual pupils.
• Is genuinely passionate about supporting children with additional needs.
• Holds relevant qualifications (desirable but not essential).

Why Choose Teaching Personnel?

✨ Competitive weekly pay through PAYE.

✨ Access to ongoing CPD and training opportunities.

✨ Dedicated support from a specialist consultant throughout your placement.

✨ Opportunities to secure long-term and permanent positions.

✨ The chance to make a lasting impact on children's lives and their future success.

Apply Today

If you're ready to start a rewarding role where no two days are the same and every achievement matters, we'd love to hear from you.

Not quite the right role for you? Teaching Personnel works with a wide range of schools across Greater Manchester and regularly recruits for SEN Teaching Assistants, Learning Support Assistants, Behaviour Mentors, Autism Support Workers, and other specialist education roles. Register online with Teaching Personnel today to explore our latest SEN opportunities and find the role that's right for you.