SEN Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant – Tameside Secondary School

Location:Tameside
Start Date:ASAP
Contract Type:Full-time, Monday to Friday (term time only)
Daily Rate: £89 – £115 (depending on experience and qualifications)

Teaching Personnel are working in partnership with a well-regarded secondary school in the Tameside area to recruit a Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teaching Assistant. This is a full-time role supporting students with additional needs across Key Stages 3 and 4.

The successful candidate will work closely with the SENCO and classroom teachers to deliver personalised support to students with a range of needs including ASC, ADHD, and SEMH. This support may take place in the classroom, in small group sessions, or on a one-to-one basis.

Responsibilities:

• Supporting pupils with SEN to access the curriculum and engage in learning

• Implementing individual learning and behaviour plans

• Encouraging student independence and promoting positive behaviour

• Working closely with teaching staff, pastoral teams, and external agencies

• Supporting the emotional, social and academic development of pupils

Ideal Candidate:

• Experience working with children or young people with SEN (in education, care or youth work)

• Strong interpersonal skills with a calm, empathetic approach

• Confident in managing behaviour and providing pastoral support

• Flexible, reliable and committed to supporting pupil progress

Relevant qualifications (e.g. CACHE Level 2/3, Psychology degree, Team Teach) are desirable but not essential.

What We Offer:

• Competitive daily pay between £89 – £115

• Ongoing professional development through Teaching Personnel’s CPD Academy

• A dedicated consultant to support you throughout your placement

• Opportunities for long-term roles and permanent contracts

To apply, please contact the Manchester South Secondary branchat Teaching Personnel on 0161 242 1794

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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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