SEND Teaching Assistant - EYFS & KS1

Location: Openshaw

Aspire People is working in partnership with a nurturing and inclusive primary school in the M11 area of Manchester, who are seeking a compassionate SEND Teaching Assistant to support pupils in EYFS and KS1.

This school places a strong emphasis on early intervention, communication development, and emotional wellbeing. The successful candidate will play a key role in helping young learners feel safe, supported, and confident within the classroom.

The Role:

* Providing 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEND

* Supporting children with ASD, speech and language needs, and social communication difficulties

* Assisting with structured routines and sensory-based activities

* Supporting learning through play and early phonics/numeracy activities

* Encouraging positive behaviour and emotional regulation

* Working closely with the class teacher and SENCO

The Ideal Candidate :

* Experience supporting pupils with SEND within the last 2 years

* A calm, patient, and nurturing approach

* Strong understanding of EYFS and KS1 development

* Confident supporting personal care where required

* A strong commitment to safeguarding and inclusion

Why Aspire People?

* Competitive daily pay, paid weekly

* Long-term placements with consistency

* Support from a dedicated SEND-focused consultant

* Access to CPD and training opportunities
This is a rewarding long-term role within a supportive school environment.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks