SEND Teaching Assistant - Primary Support

North Manchester | Full-Time | Long-Term Opportunity | Aspire People

Aspire People are recruiting a qualified and experienced SEND Teaching Assistant to support pupils within a welcoming primary school in North Manchester. This opportunity would suit someone with a strong understanding of additional needs who is passionate about helping children develop their communication, independence and confidence within an inclusive learning environment.

The Role:

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEND
• Supporting children with autism, speech and language needs and developmental delays
• Adapting learning activities to meet individual needs and abilities
• Supporting classroom routines, transitions and emotional regulation
• Encouraging communication, engagement and independence
• Working closely with teachers and other support staff
• Supporting personal care where required

Essential Requirements:

• A recognised Level 3 qualification or above in Teaching Assistance, Supporting Teaching and Learning, SEND or an equivalent relevant qualification
• Practical experience supporting children with SEND in a school or relevant educational setting
• A patient, nurturing and adaptable approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A commitment to safeguarding and inclusive education

Candidates with experience in specialist provisions, autism settings or early intervention are particularly encouraged to apply. If you hold the relevant qualification and have the experience to support pupils with additional needs, we would love to hear from you.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.