SEN TA

Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: M16, Manchester
Position: Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teaching Assistant
Start Date: April 2025
Contract Type: Full-Time, Long-Term
Pay: GBP100+ per day (dependent on experience)
Hours: 8:30 am 3:30 pm

About the Role:
Prospero Teaching is looking for an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join a supportive and inclusive school in M16, Manchester. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with previous SEN experience who is passionate about supporting children with additional needs, helping them to engage with learning and develop essential life skills.

Key Responsibilities:

Work one-to-one or in small groups with students who have SEN, including ASD, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and SEMH needs.
Assist the class teacher in adapting learning materials and activities to suit individual student needs.
Use positive behaviour management strategies to support students’ emotional regulation and engagement.
Implement individual education plans (IEPs) and provide feedback on progress to teachers and parents.
Help create a nurturing and structured learning environment where all students can thrive.
Provide personal care support, if required.

Requirements:

Previous experience working with children with SEN in a school or specialist setting (essential).
A Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (desirable but not essential).
A patient, compassionate, and proactive approach to supporting children with additional needs.
Strong communication and teamwork skills to collaborate with staff and parents.
A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the well-being of children.

What We Offer:

A welcoming and inclusive school environment.
Competitive pay rates (GBP100+ per day).
Ongoing CPD opportunities, including SEN training, safeguarding, and behaviour management.
A dedicated consultant to support you throughout your placement.

How to Apply:

If you are an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant ready to start in April 2025, please submit your CV today. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Prospero Teaching is acting as an education recruitment agency for this vacancy.

Apply now and make a lasting impact on the lives of children with SEN!

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.