Special Needs Teaching Assistant

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Special Needs Teaching Assistant

Location: Openshaw, Manchester
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4:00pm
Contract: Full Time
Start Date: ASAP

A supportive and inclusive Primary School in Openshaw is looking to appoint a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team on a full-time basis. This role involves working closely with pupils who require additional support to access learning and thrive within a structured school environment.

The school has a strong focus on inclusion and provides a nurturing setting where pupils with additional needs are supported both academically and emotionally.

About the Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:

Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with additional needs

Assist in implementing individual education and behaviour support plans

Support pupils with social, emotional, and communication development

Work collaboratively with the class teacher and SENCO

Help create a calm, consistent and positive learning environment

Encourage independence and confidence in pupils

We're Looking For Someone Who:

Has experience supporting children with SEN (Autism, ADHD, SEMH or speech and language needs desirable)

Is patient, resilient and adaptable

Can build strong, trusting relationships with pupils

Demonstrates effective behaviour management strategies

Works well as part of a team

What's On Offer

Full-time, consistent hours (8:30am-4:00pm)

Supportive leadership and SEN team

Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in pupils' lives

Ongoing training and professional development

Weekly pay and dedicated consultant support

How to Apply

If you are passionate about supporting children with additional needs and are looking for a full-time role in Openshaw, we would love to hear from you.

Please apply online, send your CV to , or call (phone number removed) for more information.

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Location:
Openshaw
Salary:
£450 - £550 /week
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Education

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