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SEND Support Practitioner

  1. Secondary SEN Support
  2. Manchester
Date posted : 06/11/26
  1. Flexible Working
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⭐ SEND Support Practitioner - Specialist Education Settings ⭐

South Manchester
Immediate & Ongoing Opportunities Available
⏰ Monday-Friday | School Hours

Every child deserves the opportunity to succeed, and as a SEND Support Practitioner, you'll play a vital role in helping young people overcome barriers, build confidence, and achieve their potential.

Teaching Personnel is partnering with a range of specialist schools and SEND provisions across South Manchester, seeking dedicated individuals who are passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs.

Whether you come from an education, care, support work, youth work, or health and social care background, this is an opportunity to develop your skills in one of the most rewarding areas of education.

What You'll Be Doing

Working within specialist SEND settings, you'll support pupils with a variety of additional needs, including:

• Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
• Complex learning difficulties and PMLD
• Communication and interaction needs
• Sensory processing differences
• Physical disabilities and medical needs
• Social, emotional, and developmental needs

✅ Your Responsibilities

• Delivering tailored 1:1 and small-group support
• Helping pupils engage with learning and daily routines
• Supporting communication, independence, and social development
• Encouraging confidence and positive participation within the classroom
• Working closely with teachers, therapists, and specialist professionals
• Creating a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment
• Providing personal care support where required

Why Join Teaching Personnel?

⭐ Competitive weekly pay through PAYE
⭐ Access to FREE SEND-focused CPD and specialist training
⭐ Flexible opportunities including day-to-day, long-term, and permanent positions
⭐ Dedicated support from experienced SEN recruitment consultants
⭐ Opportunities to gain valuable experience across a variety of specialist provisions
⭐ Clear pathways into long-term careers within education and SEND services
⭐ Ongoing guidance and regular communication throughout your placement

Who We're Looking For

We're keen to hear from candidates who:

✔ Have experience working with children, young people, or vulnerable adults
✔ Have a genuine interest in SEND and inclusive education
✔ Are patient, empathetic, and adaptable in their approach
✔ Can confidently build positive relationships with pupils and staff
✔ Are committed to helping every child reach their full potential
✔ Are available during school hours, Monday to Friday (preferred)
✔ Hold an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or are willing to obtain one

Begin a Rewarding Career in SEND

Apply today with Teaching Personnel and discover rewarding SEND Support Practitioner opportunities across South Manchester.

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.
For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.

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