Job Description

SEN Teaching Assistant

Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant (Secondary & Post-16)

Area: Rochdale, Greater ManchesterStart Date: Monday 20 April 2026Contract Type: Full-time, PermanentSalary: £105-£140 per day (dependent on experience and responsibilities)Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm

About the Setting:

A well-regarded specialist setting in Rochdale is looking to welcome committed Teaching Assistants to support both secondary-aged pupils and post-16 learners. The provision offers a mix of on-site education and off-site pathways, helping students prepare for life beyond school and build independence as they move into adulthood.

You'll be supporting young people aged 11-19 with a broad range of additional needs, including autism, learning disabilities, physical impairments, and medical conditions, within a progressive and supportive environment.

Secondary & Post-16 Teaching AssistantRole and Responsibilities:

• Provide one-to-one and small group support to pupils across secondary and post-16 classes.
• Assist teachers in delivering personalised learning programmes and ensuring pupils can access the curriculum effectively.
• Support the development of independence, life skills, and social engagement.
• Help implement individual education plans (IEPs) and EHCP targets.
• Work closely with the school team, families, and external agencies to ensure a nurturing and inclusive environment.

Secondary & Post-16 Teaching Assistant - What We're Looking For:

• Experience working with young people with SEND, ideally in a school, residential, or community setting. A calm, empathetic, and proactive approach to managing behaviour
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• A commitment to helping pupils achieve independence and life success.
• A relevant qualification in support, care, or education is desirable but not essential

Secondary & Post-16 Teaching Assistant- To Be Eligible You Must:

• Hold the Right to Work in the UK
• Have an enhanced child barred list DBS on the update service (or be willing to apply)
• Be able to provide two professional references (child-related preferred)

Please submit your up-to-date CV to be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency for this vacancy. xbpsjku Safeguarding and child protection are at the heart of everything we do - all candidates must undergo the relevant vetting checks before starting work.

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