SEN Teaching Assistant

Job description

Location: Blackley Pay: £109.85 - £120 per day Start Date: ASAP

We are currently recruiting for an Unqualified SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with a range of additional needs in a specialist school setting. This is a rewarding opportunity to work with students who require extra support to access learning and develop key life skills.

• Support students with complex needs, including autism and communication difficulties
• Work on a 1:1 basis and in small groups to support learning and development
• Assist with personal care where required
• Use visual aids and structured routines to support understanding
• Help manage behaviour positively and consistently
• Encourage independence, social skills, and emotional regulation
• Work closely with teaching staff and other professionals

• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (essential)
• Driver or access to a car (essential)
• Experience supporting children or young people with additional needs is desirable

We welcome applicants from backgrounds such as:

• Care or support work
• Youth work
• Sports coaching
• Childcare or nursery experience
• Any role supporting vulnerable individuals

Key qualities include patience, resilience, adaptability, and a genuine passion for supporting young people.

If you are interested, please apply with your updated CV or contact me directly via email at or call .

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Manchester

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Salary indication

Between £110.00 and £120.00 Per Hour

Published at

09-04-2026

Profession type

Training

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English