Teaching Assistant

Are you passionate about supporting young people with additional needs and helping them reach their full potential?

A welcoming and inclusive secondary school in Middleton is looking to appoint a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join their support team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work closely with students who require additional support, playing a key role in both their academic progress and personal development.

The successful candidate will support pupils with a range of needs, including Autism, ADHD, Speech and Language difficulties, Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs, and moderate learning difficulties. You will work alongside teaching staff to ensure students can access the curriculum, build confidence and achieve success both inside and outside the classroom.

This is a rewarding role where every day is different, offering the opportunity to make a genuine difference to the lives of young people.

The role will involve:

• Providing one-to-one and small group support
• Assisting students with learning activities across the curriculum
• Supporting pupils with additional learning and behavioural needs
• Encouraging engagement, independence and positive behaviour
• Building trusted relationships with students
• Working collaboratively with teachers, SEND staff and parents
• Helping to create a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment

We're looking for someone who:

• Has experience working with children or young people with additional needs
• Is patient, resilient and empathetic
• Can build positive relationships with pupils and staff
• Has excellent communication skills
• Is proactive and willing to get involved in all aspects of school life
• Is passionate about supporting young people to achieve their goals

This role would suit:

• SEN Teaching Assistants
• Learning Support Assistants
• Behaviour Mentors
• Youth Workers
• Care Workers
• Support Workers
• Psychology Graduates
• Individuals with transferable experience supporting vulnerable young people

In return, you'll receive:

• Competitive rates of pay
• Full-time, long-term opportunity
• Ongoing training and development
• A supportive senior leadership team
• The opportunity to gain valuable experience within a thriving secondary school
• A genuinely rewarding role where you can have a lasting impact on students' lives

Whether you're an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant or looking to transition into education from a care or support background, we'd love to hear from you.