SEN Teaching Assistant – Specialist Secondary School – Manchester
Your New Job
You will be working as a Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teaching Assistant within a supportive secondary school environment. This role involves working closely with students who have a range of additional needs, including autism, ADHD, and social, emotional, and mental health challenges. You will support students both in and out of the classroom, helping them access the curriculum, develop social skills, and build confidence. The role may include one-to-one support, small group interventions, and collaboration with teaching staff and external professionals.
Your Newpany
You will be joining a well-established secondary school in Manchester that ismitted to inclusive education and the wellbeing of its students. The school has a strong reputation for supporting pupils with additional needs and fostering a nurturing learning environment. Hays Education has a long-standing partnership with this school and works closely with them to recruit dedicated and passionate support staff. As a Hays candidate, you will benefit from our expertise in education recruitment and ongoing support throughout your placement.
What You'll Need to Succeed
1. Experience working with children or young people with SEN, ideally in a school setting
2. A patient, empathetic, and resilient approach to supporting students
3. Strongmunication and teamwork skills
4. A genuine passion for helping young people ovee barriers to learning
5. An enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one through Hays)
What You'll Get in Return
6. Ongoing support from a dedicated Hays consultant
7. Access to professional development opportunities
8. Opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people
9. Potential for long-term or permanent placement
What You Need to Do Now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or contact your local Hays Education office in Manchester for more information. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #4715215 - Amy Fitzgerald