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SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Openshaw, Manchester (M11)
Contract: Long-term, ongoing
Full time/Part time: Full time
Pay: £110-£115 per day
Start date: September 2026
Expected End date: End of the academic year
Hours: 8:00am-3:30pm
A welcoming and supportive primary school in Openshaw (M11) is seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team from September on a full-time, long-term basis until the end of the academic year.
The successful candidate will provide targeted support to pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN), helping them access learning, develop confidence and build their independence within a nurturing and inclusive classroom environment.
You will work closely with the class teacher, SENCO and wider school team to provide personalised support and help pupils overcome barriers to learning and reach their full potential.
Key Responsibilities
- Providing 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with SEN
- Supporting pupils to access and engage with classroom learning
- Adapting activities and resources to meet individual learning needs
- Supporting pupils with their communication, social and emotional development
- Assisting with emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies
- Supporting the implementation of individual support plans and EHCP targets
- Encouraging pupils to develop independence, confidence and positive relationships
- Creating a calm, safe and inclusive learning environment
- Working collaboratively with teachers, the SENCO and other support staff
- Supporting pupils throughout the school day, including break and lunchtime
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What The School Offers
- A welcoming and inclusive primary school environment
- A supportive and experienced staff team
- The opportunity to develop your SEN experience
- Ongoing support and professional development
- A long-term position through to the end of the academic year
- A rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference to pupils' lives
This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about supporting children with additional needs and looking to develop their experience within a primary school setting.
The Successful Applicant Will
- Have experience supporting children or young people with SEN, ideally within a school environment
- Be calm, patient, resilient and compassionate
- Have a nurturing and non-judgemental approach
- Be confident supporting pupils with a range of additional needs
- Have strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Be able to build positive and trusting relationships with pupils
- Be proactive and adaptable when responding to individual pupil needs
- Have full-time availability from September
- Hold a valid Child Workforce DBS or be willing to obtain one
- Have the right to work in the UK
- Relevant SEN, Teaching Assistant or Supporting Teaching and Learning qualifications are desirable
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What We Offer
- Free access to CPD and safeguarding training
- Dedicated consultant and ongoing support
- Access to a range of education opportunities
- Competitive daily rates of £110-£115
Compliance And Safeguarding
This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS (Child Workforce), satisfactory references, and full compliance with KCSIE (2025) guidance and safer recruitment standards. Overseas police checks may be required where applicable. Educato Limited is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Educato Limited acts as an employment business in relation to this vacancy.
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