SEN Pupil Support Assistant

Job description

SEN Pupil Support Assistant
Manchester City Centre | Full-Time | Term Time Only | Immediate Start Teaching Personnel

Are you passionate about supporting young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and helping them achieve their full potential? Teaching Personnel is currently recruiting for a SEN Pupil Support Assistant to join a welcoming and supportive SEN secondary school in Manchester City Centre. This rewarding role involves working with students aged 11-16 with a range of additional needs including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD), Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN), Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, sensory processing difficulties, and associated behavioural challenges.

This is a full-time, term-time-only position with an immediate start, offering the opportunity to make a genuine difference to the lives of young people who require additional support both academically and emotionally.

The Role

As a SEN Pupil Support Assistant, you will work closely with teaching staff and the wider pastoral team to provide tailored support that helps students engage positively in education, develop social skills, and build confidence within the school environment.

Key Responsibilities

Provide 1:1 and small group support for students with SEN.
Support pupils with learning activities across a range of curriculum subjects.
Encourage positive behaviour and help students regulate their emotions.
Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils to promote engagement and attendance.
Adapt learning resources to meet individual learning needs.
Support students with communication, social interaction, and emotional wellbeing.
Implement strategies outlined in Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).
Monitor student progress and provide feedback to teaching staff.
Help create a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.
Assist with breaktimes, transitions, and extracurricular activities when required.
Requirements

Experience working with young people, ideally within an SEN, education, care, youth work, or support setting.
Understanding of SEN needs such as ASC, ADHD, MLD, SEMH, and communication difficulties.
Strong behaviour management and relationship-building skills.
Patient, resilient, and empathetic approach.
Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
Ability to remain calm and adaptable in challenging situations.
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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Openshaw

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

03-11-2026

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