SEND Support Assistant – SEN Primary School | Manchester | Full-Time | September Start

Are you passionate about helping children with additional needs thrive both in and out of the classroom? Do you have the patience, empathy, and enthusiasm to make a lasting difference in a child's educational journey?

Teaching Personnel is working in partnership with a welcoming and supportive SEN Primary School in Manchester that is seeking a dedicated SEND Support Assistant to join their team from September.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is looking for a rewarding role where no two days are the same and every small achievement can make a huge impact.

About the School

This specialist primary school provides a nurturing and inclusive environment for pupils with a range of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), including Autism (ASC), ADHD, speech and language difficulties, sensory needs, and moderate to complex learning difficulties.

The school is committed to helping every child achieve their full potential through personalised learning, strong pastoral support, and a child-centred approach. Staff work collaboratively to create a positive and engaging environment where pupils feel safe, valued, and encouraged to succeed.

The Role

As a SEND Support Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting pupils throughout the school day. Working closely with teachers and other support staff, you will help children access learning, develop social and communication skills, and build confidence both academically and emotionally.

You may support pupils on a 1:1 basis, in small intervention groups, or within the classroom, adapting your approach to meet individual needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Support pupils with a range of SEND needs within the classroom
• Deliver targeted interventions and small group activities
• Promote communication, independence, and social development
• Support pupils with emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies
• Adapt learning activities to meet individual needs
• Build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and families
• Help create a safe, engaging, and inclusive learning environment
• Work closely with teachers, therapists, and external professionals

Who We're Looking For

We welcome applications from individuals with experience in:

• SEN support
• Teaching Assistant roles
• Care and support work
• Youth work
• Early years settings
• Residential care
• Psychology graduates
• Health and social care
• Sports coaching and mentoring

The ideal candidate will be:

• Patient, caring, and resilient
• Passionate about supporting children with additional needs
• A strong communicator and team player
• Proactive and adaptable
• Confident building positive relationships with children
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting pupil wellbeing

What the School Offers

• A welcoming and supportive team environment
• Excellent training and professional development opportunities
• Small class sizes and high staff-to-pupil ratios
• Access to specialist resources and support
• Opportunities to develop skills within SEND education
• A rewarding role where you can genuinely change lives

Why Work Through Teaching Personnel?

As the UK's leading education recruitment agency, our specialist SEN and SEND team works closely with schools across Greater Manchester to provide long-term and permanent opportunities for education professionals.

We offer:

• A dedicated consultant throughout your journey
• Access to free and discounted CPD training
• Ongoing safeguarding and SEND-focused development
• Long-term and temp-to-perm opportunities
• Continued support before, during, and after placement

Role Details

• Full-time position
• SEN Primary School
• Manchester
• September start
• Competitive weekly pay
• Potential long-term and permanent opportunities available

If you're looking for a role where you can inspire, support, and positively impact the lives of children with additional needs, we would love to hear from you

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