Job description
Full-Time Teaching Assistants - SEN Primary School
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with Special Educational Needs?
Do you want to be part of a supportive and nurturing school community that puts pupils at the heart of everything it does?
We are working to support a specialist school in Manchester to recruit full-time Teaching Assistants to join their dedicated and experienced team.
The school caters to children aged 5 to 11 with a range of needs including:
- Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD)
- Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
- Speech, Language and Communication Needs
- Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) difficulties
- Sensory and/or Physical Needs
About the Role:
As a Teaching Assistant you will play a key role in supporting pupils to access a rich, engaging curriculum tailored to their individual needs. You'll work closely with teaching staff and other professionals to help children thrive socially, emotionally, and academically.
Key Responsibilities:
- Supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis or in small groups with their learning and development
- Assisting with the delivery of personalised learning plans
- Helping pupils to build confidence, communication, and independence
- Supporting the management of behaviour in a positive, inclusive way
- Ensure a safe, caring and supportive learning environment
What We're Looking For:
- Experience working with children with SEN (particularly MLD, ASD, or communication difficulties) is highly desirable
- A calm, patient, and empathetic approach
- A genuine passion for working with children who have additional needs
If you're ready to be part of a school where every child is valued and every achievement celebrated, we'd love to hear from you.