SEN Teaching Assistant
Stockport, Greater Manchester
£85.00 - £95.00 per day depending on experience.
To apply, you must show proof of right to work in the UK.
About the Role
Make a difference with Connex Education!
We are working closely with SEND schools across Stockport and are seeking compassionate and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistants to support children and young people with additional needs in specialist education settings.
The schools support pupils aged 2–19 with needs including Autism, ADHD, SEMH, and learning disabilities, offering a rewarding opportunity to make a positive impact in specialist education. Roles may include 1:1 support, small group work, or class-based assistance.
About the Schools
The schools we work with cater for pupils with Severe Learning Difficulties, Autism, and Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties, as well as schools which cater for pupils who have social, emotional and mental health difficulties.
Assignment details
The schools have shifts available Monday - Friday, 8.30am until 3.30pm. They are looking for staff members who can commit to full time, or even 1-4 days per week.
Benefits of working with Connex Education
* Competitive daily rate
* PAYE paid on a weekly basis
* Free access to our SEND toolkit skills development package, comprising over 19 courses.
* Opportunities for direct employment in our partner schools.
Person Specification
* Experience of supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs either in a school or similar setting.
* Be willing to provide all aspects of personal care.
* Have confidence working with students who display challenging behaviours.
* Be confident working in accordance with individualised learning plans.
* Have a full enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or be willing to apply for a new one.
If you are interested or would like to discuss other supply opportunities with local schools, please apply today.
Protected Characteristics Statement
All offers are conditional upon satisfactory background checks, including a DBS check. All appointments will be made subject to a DBS check. Connex Education Partnership is committed to a policy of equal opportunities. We respect and value cultural and religious diversity and will not discriminate based on age, gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin, religion, culture, marital status or disability. Everyone is assessed on merit alone.
Connex Education Partnership is an employment agency and employment business.
Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and candidates to share this commitment. We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, and other relevant legislation. All appointments are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.