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Location: Greater Manchester
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30AM–3:30PM
Start Date: Immediate or ongoing
Are you a graduate or someone looking for a meaningful role in education? Do you have a passion for helping young people with special educational needs thrive?
Cover People is looking for enthusiastic and compassionate individuals to work as SEN Teaching Assistants in schools across Greater Manchester.
Whether you're exploring a future in teaching or simply want to support students with additional needs, this is a fantastic opportunity to build hands-on experience in a school setting.
Your Role Will Include:
•Supporting students with a range of special educational needs
•Assisting the class teacher in creating a safe and inclusive learning environment
•Providing 1:1 or small group support tailored to individual learning plans
•Helping pupils to access the curriculum and engage in lessons
•Building positive relationships and promoting emotional well-being
Requirements:
•BSc or equivalent, MSc or PhD OR Certificate of Education
•No teaching experience required, but experience working with children or in a school setting is beneficial
•A genuine passion for supporting young people with additional needs
•Patience, empathy, and strong communication skills
•Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain one via Cover People)
What We Offer:
•Competitive daily rates
•Full training and ongoing CPD
•Support from experienced consultants and school staff
•Opportunities to progress into teaching or specialist SEN roles
Whether you’re a recent graduate, a gap year student, or considering a career change if you’re passionate about inclusion and support, we want to hear from you.
Apply now and start making a difference with Cover People UK
Safeguarding Statement
Worldwide - Teaching is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and volunteers to understand and share this commitment. We have a shared commitment to develop a culture of respect, where discrimination is not tolerated. We welcome all applications, including those from under-represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.