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Location: Manchester (M13)
Start Date: September
Pay: GBP 14.25 TO GBP 16.65 per hour
Hours: Monday to Friday, Full-Time
Contract: Long-Term
Reeson Education is seeking a dedicated and experienced Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEND school in Manchester (M13). This is a fantastic opportunity for a Teaching Assistant who is passionate about supporting pupils with very complex and challenging needs, including behavioural needs. The successful Teaching Assistant will work in class, with larger groups, 1:1, and 2:1 support as required.
As a Teaching Assistant, you will support pupils in a range of activities, assist teachers with lesson delivery, and provide consistent, nurturing, and safe support for children with additional needs. The school is looking for a Teaching Assistant who is confident in supporting pupils with challenging behaviours and who is trained in restraint techniques, ensuring safe and structured learning environments.
Teaching Assistant: Key Responsibilities:
- Support pupils in class, larger groups, 1:1, and 2:1 as a Teaching Assistant
- Assist teachers with lesson planning and delivery
- Implement behavioural support strategies for pupils with complex needs
- Carry out structured and unstructured activities as a Teaching Assistant
- Promote emotional regulation, safety, and positive engagement
- Monitor and record progress and provide feedback to teachers and SLT
- Use safe restraint techniques where required as a trained Teaching Assistant
- Maintain a calm, consistent, and supportive presence
- Collaborate with staff, families, and external professionals
- Always uphold safeguarding policies and procedures
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Teaching Assistant: Requirements:
- Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant or similar role in SEND settings
- Knowledge and experience of working with pupils with behavioural and complex needs
- Restraint-trained or willing to undertake training
- Calm, patient, and resilient approach
- Strong communication, teamwork, and organisational skills
- Confident in working with pupils both independently and within group settings
Why Join This SEND School as a Teaching Assistant?
- Work in a supportive and structured SEND setting
- Full-time, long-term opportunity with consistent hours
- Work with pupils with very complex and challenging needs
- Opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day as a Teaching Assistant
- Competitive pay (GBP 14.25 TO GBP 16.65 per hour)
If you are a passionate and skilled Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding role supporting children with complex and behavioural needs, we would love to hear from you.
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Reeson Education
Reeson Education is the England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals, and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the core values of honesty, integrity, and excellence.
We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.
At Reeson Education, we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools, and Colleges across the UK. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long-term, and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London.
Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people, and adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.
Please note, where a salary or daily rate range is stated, the higher rate applies to candidates who meet the enhanced experience, training, or qualification requirements specified within the advert. All daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of relevant benefits.
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