SEND Specialist Support Assistant – Immediate Start or Post-Half Term | £95–£125 per day | Long-Term Opportunity | Tameside Area
Are you passionate about supporting young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)? Do you have the resilience, empathy, and dedication to make a real difference in the lives of students who need it most? Hays Education is working in partnership with a vibrant and inclusive specialist secondary school in the Tameside area, which caters for pupils aged 11–16 with a range ofplex learning needs, including moderate learning difficulties (MLD), autism spectrum conditions (ASC), and social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs. The school is known for its nurturing environment, strong leadership, andmitment to personalised learning. We are seeking a SEND Specialist Support Assistant to join their dedicated team on a full-time basis. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to build a career in special education
Location: Tameside, Greater Manchester
Salary: £95 – £125 per day (dependent on experience)
Contract Type: Full-time, long-term
Start Date: ASAP or in January
Key Duties/Responsibilities:
1. Provide 1:1 and small group support to students with a range of SEND needs
2. Assist the class teacher in delivering tailored learning activities
3. Support pupils with emotional regulation,munication, and social interaction
4. Help create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment
5. Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and parents/carers
What You’ll Need to Succeed:
6. Experience working with children or young people with SEND (in school, care, or youth settings)
7. A calm, patient, and adaptable approach
8. Strongmunication and interpersonal skills
9. A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable learners
10. A DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply for one through Hays
What You’ll Get in Return:
11. Ongoing support from a dedicated Hays consultant
12. Access to free CPD training and safeguarding courses
13. Opportunity to secure a permanent role within a supportive school
14. A rewarding role where you can make a lasting impact
How to Apply:If you're ready to take the next step in your SEND career and want to work in a school that truly values its staff and students, we’d love to hear from you.Apply now or contact Amy on for more information on this exciting opportunity. #4754712 - Amy Rowley