SEN Teaching Assistant
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SEN Teaching Assistants needed to work in secondary schools across Greater Manchester to work with students that require additional support to ensure they are achieving their maximum potential throughout their school life.
As a special educational needs support assistant you will be working with students that have moderate learning difficulties in areas such as ADHD, Dyslexia, Autism, Social emotional mental health and behaviour. The role of an SEN teaching assistant is varied and can involve working with multiple students on a small group and 1:1 basis.
Teaching Personnel provide flexible, temporary and permanent opportunities for teaching assistants so if you are coming to the end of a contract or looking to transfer into the education support sector we welcome your application. Although previous experience of working with young people or in schools is desirable it is by no means an essential criteria. You will be part of a special educational needs department that works together to ensure the best possible provision for their students.
We support schools across the local authorities of Manchester, Stockport, Trafford and Tameside so if you are looking to work I these areas please apply today to submit your interest.
Highlights of working as an SEN teaching assistant;
**Highly rewarding job role
**Weekly pay with earnings up to £1300 per month
**Opportunity to earn a direct school based contract
**Access to Teaching Personnel's extensive CPD academy
If you are looking to work as an SEN teaching assistant you will need to have suitable employment or educational references, be eligible to apply for a fully enhanced DBS certificate and have a clear passion for working with young people.
To apply please upload your CV via the link below with a short covering letter. For more information on current opportunities in the Greater Manchester area please contact the Manchester Secondary Office and ask to speak to Rob.
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