SEN Teaching Assistant

Year 1 SEN Teaching Assistant – Full-Time | Urmston

Start Date: April (after Easter holidays)

Teaching Personnel is working in partnership with a friendly, inclusive primary school in Urmston to recruit a committed SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils in a Year 1 class. This full-time role (8:30am–3:30pm) begins after the Easter break and focuses on providing tailored one‑to‑one and small‑group support to children with Special Educational Needs.

The school offers a nurturing, child-centred environment where every pupil is supported to thrive. You will join a collaborative staff team dedicated to delivering an engaging, accessible, and well-rounded curriculum.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing targeted SEN support through one-to-one and small-group interventions.
• Assisting the class teacher with planning and delivering personalised learning activities.
• Supporting the implementation, monitoring, and review of IEPs.
• Helping create and maintain an inclusive, safe, and stimulating learning environment.
• Working closely with class teachers, the SENCO, and external specialists to promote progress.
• Monitoring pupil development and adapting support strategies where needed.

What We’re Looking For

• GCSE (or equivalent) qualifications in English and Maths.
• Previous experience supporting children with SEN.
• A patient, empathetic, and adaptable approach.
• Confident communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team.
• A strong commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing.
• Level 2 Safeguarding certificate (or willingness to complete training).

Why Join Teaching Personnel?

• Flexible Opportunities – Roles suited to your experience, goals, and availability.
• Professional Development – Access to our CPD Academy for ongoing training.
• Competitive Weekly Pay – Based on your skills and experience.
• Streamlined Processes – Easy admin and timesheets through the myTP portal.
• Supportive Culture – A focus on professionalism and safeguarding.
• Recognition & Rewards – Celebrate success through our Excellence in Education Awards.

Make a Difference Every Day

If you’re passionate about supporting children with SEN and eager to develop your skills within a warm, high-achieving school, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply with your CV today, and a member of our team will be in touch to discuss the next steps.

Safeguarding Statement

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All applicants must undergo an enhanced DBS check and provide satisfactory employment references before starting work.

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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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