Teaching Assistant - SEND Specialist (Level 2/3). Job in Ramsbottom Education & Training Jobs

Job description

Job Title: Teaching Assistant - SEND Specialist (Level 2/3)Area: Bury, Greater ManchesterStart Date: ASAP / September 2026Contract Type: Full-time, PermanentDaily Rate: 550 - 650 per week (depending on experience)Working Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm, Term time

About the SchoolWe're partnering with an outstanding specialist SEND school in Bury where every decision is guided by one simple belief - Excellence for All. Supporting young people aged 11-19 across five highly personalised learning pathways, this is a school that doesn't put a ceiling on what its students can achieve. If you share that ambition, read on.

About the RoleAs a Teaching Assistant, you'll work at the heart of a vibrant, multi-disciplinary team dedicated to helping students with complex SEND needs flourish academically, socially, and emotionally. No two days will look the same – and that's exactly what makes this role so rewarding. Whether you're delivering tailored learning activities, supporting a therapy programme, or helping a student regulate and re-engage, your contribution will be felt every single day.

What We're Looking For

Experience working with young people with SEND, complex needs, ASD, or SEMH – ideally in a school or specialist setting

A patient, nurturing approach with high expectations for every student

Confidence supporting across a range of needs and learning styles

Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team

A CACHE qualification, NVQ in Supporting Teaching and Learning, or equivalent is desirable

A commitment to inclusion, safeguarding, and the wellbeing of young people li>

To Be Eligible You Must

Hold Right to Work in the UK

Have an enhanced DBS certificate already on the update service or be willing to apply for a new one

Provide two professional references from child-related roles

Be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people

Ready to make a real difference?Apply today by sending us your most up-to-date CV. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Accrington

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

26-05-2026

Profession type

Teaching / Instructors / Guides

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