About the Role
We are working in partnership with a highly supportive and well‑resourced secondary SEN school in the Rochdale area, who are seeking a dedicated, compassionate, and resilient Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant to join their team immediately.
This is a full‑time position supporting pupils aged 11–19 with autism and severe learning difficulties. The school prides itself on providing a nurturing, structured and person‑centred environment where every young person is supported to achieve their potential both academically and socially.
Key Responsibilities
* Supporting pupils with autism and severe learning difficulties in both classroom and small‑group environments.
* Delivering tailored support plans under the direction of class teachers and the SENCO.
* Using communication systems such as PECS, visual timetables, or other structured approaches.
* Promoting emotional regulation, independence, and social development.
* Supporting personal care where required.
* Working collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and support staff to ensure consistent and high‑quality provision.
About You
We would love to hear from you if you are:
* Passionate about supporting young people with additional needs.
* Patient, positive, and able to remain calm in challenging situations.
* Experienced working with autism or complex needs in schools, care settings, youth work, or similar environments.
* Able to commit to a full‑time role, Monday to Friday.
* Willing to undertake additional training and professional development.
An enhanced DBS on the update service is preferred, but we can support with a new application if needed.
What We Offer
* Competitive daily rates paid weekly.
* Ongoing training and CPD through our agency.
* A dedicated consultant who understands SEN settings and will support you throughout your placement.
* The opportunity to make a real difference in a specialist education environment.
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Interested
If you’re ready for a rewarding role where every day makes an impact, apply today. Our team will contact shortlisted candidates immediately to arrange interviews and school visits.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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