SEN TA

SEN Teaching Assistant South Manchester

Prospero Teaching is currently recruiting for a Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teaching Assistant to join a supportive and inclusive school in South Manchester. This role is perfect for a passionate and patient TA who is committed to making a difference in the lives of children with additional needs.

Role Details:
Location: South Manchester
Position: SEN Teaching Assistant
Type of work: Full-time, supporting pupils with SEN
Start date: ASAP
Duration: Ongoing
Contract type: Long-term temp
Working hours: 8:30 AM 3:30 PM, Monday to Friday
Pay: GBP95+ per day

Responsibilities:

Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils with special educational needs (e.g., autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties)
Assist the class teacher in delivering tailored learning activities
Support pupils with emotional regulation and behaviour management
Help create a positive and inclusive learning environment
Work closely with teachers, SENCOs, and parents to ensure the best outcomes for students

Requirements:

Qualifications: Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (desirable but not essential)
Experience: Previous experience working with children with SEN in a school setting
Skills: Patience, empathy, and a proactive approach to supporting children with additional needs
Safeguarding: Up-to-date safeguarding training is desirable (training can be provided)
Compliance: Must have the right to work in the UK and an enhanced DBS on the update service (or be willing to apply for one)
References: Two professional, child-related references required

What We Offer:

Access to accredited CPD courses in safeguarding, behaviour management, and SEN strategies
A dedicated consultant to support you throughout your placement
Opportunities for long-term roles and career progression in SEN education

How to Apply:

If you are passionate about supporting children with additional needs, please apply with an up-to-date CV. Unfortunately, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will need to register with Prospero Teaching.

Proud to be listed in the Times as one of ‘The Best Companies To Work For’, Prospero Teaching is an innovative and forward-thinking recruitment agency. With over two decades of experience, our education consultants work hard to find you the most suitable role, from a wide range of teaching jobs across the UK, in thousands of excellent schools, academies, and nurseries. We are an APSCO-audited education agency, and our awards for excellence demonstrate our commitment to high-quality service and best practice.