SEN Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant – Start After Easter

Sale
Start Date: After the Easter break
Hours: Full-time (8:30am – 3:30pm, Monday to Friday)

Teaching Personnel is delighted to be supporting a well-respected primary school in Sale in recruiting a committed SEN Teaching Assistant. This full-time role begins after Easter and focuses on providing both one-to-one and small-group support for pupils with a range of Special Educational Needs.

About the School

The school is passionate about developing the whole child—spiritually, socially, physically, and academically. Their team creates a warm and inclusive environment where every pupil is encouraged to thrive. They are looking for a caring, proactive Teaching Assistant who shares their belief in inclusion and pupil wellbeing.

Role Responsibilities

• Deliver tailored support to pupils with SEN on both a one-to-one and small-group basis
• Assist teachers in planning and delivering differentiated activities
• Provide targeted interventions to help pupils meet individual learning goals
• Contribute to a safe, positive, and inclusive classroom atmosphere
• Support the implementation, tracking, and review of Individual Education Plans (IEPs)
• Work closely with teachers, the SENCO, and external specialists to ensure each pupil’s needs are met

What We’re Looking For

• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths
• Experience supporting children or young people with SEN
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships
• A patient, flexible, and enthusiastic approach to supporting learning
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil welfare
• Level 2 Safeguarding certificate (or willingness to complete the training provided)

Why Join Teaching Personnel?

• Variety & Flexibility: Opportunities across a wide network of local schools
• Ongoing Development: Access to CPD training through our dedicated Academy
• Competitive Weekly Pay: Reflective of your experience and skill set
• Easy Admin: Manage your work via our user-friendly myTP portal
• Supportive Culture: A strong focus on wellbeing and safeguarding
• Recognition: Celebrate success through our Excellence in Education Awards

Apply Today

If you’re passionate about supporting children with SEN and want to play a key role in a welcoming school community, we’d love to hear from you.

Send us 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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