Sen Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant
Trafford
Full time and Term Time Only
Competitive pay
September 2026 Start

Make a Real Difference Every Day

Do you have a passion for supporting children with additional needs? Teaching Personnel are looking for a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to work with pupils who may have Autism (ASC), ADHD, speech and language difficulties, sensory processing needs, learning disabilities, or social communication challenges. Every child is unique, and your support could be the key to helping them build confidence, achieve their goals, and thrive in the classroom.

The Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will provide tailored support to pupils who require additional assistance accessing education. Working closely with teachers and support staff, you will help create a positive and inclusive learning environment where every child can succeed.

Key Responsibilities

• Support pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups.
• Assist with implementing Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
• Adapt learning activities to meet individual needs.
• Encourage pupil engagement, independence, and confidence.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents.
• Support emotional regulation and communication strategies.
• Monitor progress and provide feedback to teaching staff.
• Promote a safe and inclusive learning environment.

What We're Looking For

• Experience working with children or young people with SEN is desirable.
• A patient, caring, and resilient approach.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to remain calm and adaptable in different situations.
• Relevant qualifications are beneficial but not essential.
• A genuine passion for helping children reach their potential.

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive weekly pay.
• Flexible opportunities to suit your availability.
• Access to free and discounted CPD training courses.
• Dedicated personal consultant to support your career journey.
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent positions.
• The UK's leading education recruitment agency with strong school partnerships.

Join Teaching Personnel and help create brighter futures for pupils who need it most.

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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
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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