SEN Teaching Assistant
Job description
Full-Time SEN Teaching Assistant – Wythenshawe (Immediate Start)
Teaching Personnel is working closely with an inclusive and highly respected primary school in Wythenshawe to recruit a committed SEN Teaching Assistant. This is a full-time role, running Monday to Friday, 8:30am–3:30pm, with an immediate start.
The school is rated ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted and is known for providing a supportive, child-centred environment. You’ll join a dedicated team focused on delivering personalised education to pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN), both one-to-one and in small groups.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide tailored support to pupils with SEN, individually and in small groups
- Work alongside the class teacher to deliver engaging, personalised learning
- Support and monitor Individual Education Plans (IEPs)
- Help maintain a positive, inclusive, and safe classroom environment
- Collaborate with teachers, SENCOs, and external professionals
- Track and report pupil progress, adapting support strategies as needed
Requirements:
- GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths
- Previous experience supporting children with SEN
- Patient, empathetic, and adaptable approach
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Committed to safeguarding and promoting child welfare
- Level 2 Safeguarding training (or willingness to complete it)
Why Work with Teaching Personnel?
- Variety & Flexibility: Access a range of roles to suit your experience and goals
- Professional Development: Ongoing training through our CPD Academy
- Weekly Pay: Competitive rates, paid every week
- Easy Admin: Manage everything through our myTP portal
- Supportive Culture: We prioritise your safety and professional growth
- Recognition: Opportunities to be celebrated via our Excellence in Education Awards
Interested in Making a Real Impact?
If you’re passionate about helping children with SEN thrive and are ready to take the next step in your education career, we’d love to hear from you. Submit your CV today and a member of our team will be in touch to guide you through the process.
Safeguarding Statement:
Teaching Personnel is fully committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children. All applicants must undergo an enhanced DBS check and provide suitable references before employment.
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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