Job Title: SEND Teaching Assistant
Location: Sale, Greater Manchester
Start Date: Immediate start
Salary: £90 per day – potential to go permanent for the right candidate
Are you passionate about supporting young people with additional needs?
Do you have experience working in a SEND school or supporting learners with complex needs?
Are you looking for a rewarding, full-time role where you can make a lasting difference every day?
TeacherActive are proud to be working with a specialist SEND school in Sale, supporting children and young people aged 11–16 with a range of complex needs, including Autism, sensory processing difficulties, communication challenges and SEMH needs.
We’re seeking a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant who can bring patience, creativity and resilience to a warm and supportive classroom team.
The ideal candidate will:
Have previous experience in a SEND setting, supporting pupils with complex or additional needs.
Be confident using communication aids or sensory strategies to support learning.
Bring a nurturing, calm and positive approach to behaviour management.
Work collaboratively with teachers and therapists to deliver tailored support.
Be committed to helping every learner thrive — academically, socially and emotionally.
In return, you can expect:
£90 per day with opportunity to become salaried long-term.
Full-time, ongoing position with real career progression.
Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.
Free CPD and training through our My-Progression platform.
Access to our Referral Scheme – earn up to £100 when you refer a friend (T&Cs apply).
If you have the experience, patience and passion to support learners with complex needs — we’d love to hear from you.
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All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.
Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.
Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.
TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services