Sen Teaching Assistant

Are you passionate about making a real difference every day?
This nurturing specialist school in Trafford is seeking a compassionate Specialist Teaching Assistant to support pupils with complex needs, autism, communication and sensory needs.

About the School

A warm, purpose‑built specialist setting known for its personalised, child‑centred approach. The school offers:

• Small class sizes & high staff‑to‑pupil ratios
• Sensory rooms, therapy spaces & calm learning environments
• A supportive, collaborative staff team focused on helping every child flourish

The Role

As a Learning Support Worker, you will:

• Provide 1:1 and small‑group support
• Support communication, sensory regulation & emotional wellbeing
• Encourage engagement, independence & confidence
• Help create a calm, structured and nurturing classroom

About You

• Experience with children or young people (education, care, youth work, etc.)
• Patient, empathetic and resilient approach
• Willingness to support autism, sensory and complex needs
• Strong communication skills
• Enhanced DBS (or willingness to apply)

Why Join?

• A genuinely supportive and welcoming team
• Ongoing SEN training and CPD
• A rewarding role where your impact truly matters

If you’re looking for a purposeful role where every small step forward counts, this could be the perfect opportunity.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
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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We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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