Teaching Assistant

We are currently supporting a specialist school in Salford with their recruitment for a Teaching Assistant to support children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) including Social Emotional and Mental Health needs (SEMH).

The school caters for pupils aged 11-16 with a range of additional needs including Autism, Severe Learning Difficulties, Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties, and Complex Medical Needs. The school provides a nurturing and supportive environment where pupils are encouraged to develop their independence, communication skills, and confidence.

The ideal Teaching Assistant will be someone who can:

· Support pupils with their learning and engagement in the classroom
· Build positive relationships with children and young people with additional needs
· Assist with personal care, feeding, and mobility where required
· Encourage communication, independence, and social development
· Work effectively as part of a wider staff and therapy team

This role would be suitable for candidates with experience in Education, Care, Support Work, Youth Work, Residential Care, or Healthcare. The position is full-time, Monday to Friday, working school hours.

The successful applicant will be required to undergo standard vetting checks, including obtaining two employment references, document verification, and an enhanced DBS on the Update Service.

If you are looking for a rewarding role supporting children and young people with additional needs, please apply today with your updated CV and we will be in touch.

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.
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