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SEND Support Specialist

  1. Secondary SEN Support
  2. Rochdale
Date posted : 17/08/26
  1. Full Time
£100 - 125 per day

Job description

We’re currently looking for a SEND Support Specialist to work across secondary schools in Rochdale and Oldham, supporting pupils with a range of additional needs and helping them access their education in a positive and inclusive environment.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with previous experience working with young people with SEND, whether that’s within a school, college, care setting or specialist provision.

The Role

  • Provide 1:1 and small-group support to students with SEND
  • Support pupils with a range of additional needs, including ASD, ADHD, SEMH and learning difficulties
  • Help students engage positively with their learning
  • Support behaviour, emotional regulation and confidence
  • Work closely with teachers and the wider pastoral/SEND team
  • Adapt your approach to meet individual students’ needs
  • Encourage independence and help pupils develop key social and educational skills

Why Apply?

  • Work within supportive secondary school environments across Rochdale and Oldham
  • Gain valuable experience working with a range of SEND needs
  • Opportunities for long-term and permanent positions
  • Competitive rates of pay
  • Ongoing support from a dedicated education recruitment consultant
  • Opportunity to make a genuine difference to the lives of young people

Apply today to find out more, or call us for 0161 242 1797 to discuss this role in more detail.

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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