SEND Teaching Assistant

SEND Teaching Assistant

Manchester Local Authority Special Schools | September 2026

Support. Encourage. Inspire.

Empowering Learning is recruiting enthusiastic and compassionate Teaching Assistants to work within Manchester Local Authority Special Schools from September 2026.

We work closely with a number of highly regarded specialist schools supporting pupils aged 3-19 with Autism (ASC), Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD), Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD), SEMH and complex additional needs.

Whether you're an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant or looking to begin a rewarding career in specialist education, we'd love to hear from you.

The Role

Working alongside experienced teachers and specialist professionals, you'll provide personalised support to help pupils achieve both academically and socially.

Responsibilities may include:

Supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
Assisting with personalised learning programmes
Supporting communication and independence
Delivering sensory and therapeutic activities
Promoting positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing
Assisting with personal care where required
Helping create a safe, engaging and inclusive learning environment

Every day offers the chance to make a genuine difference to a child's education and future.

Ideal backgrounds include:

Teaching Assistant
SEND support
Nursery or Early Years
Residential childcare
Health & Social Care
Youth work
Psychology graduates
Care and support work
Sports coaching
Family support

We value enthusiasm, empathy, resilience and a genuine passion for helping children with additional needs.

Why join Empowering Learning?

Empowering Learning is one of the UK's leading education recruitment specialists, working in partnership with Local Authority schools, specialist provisions and Multi-Academy Trusts across Greater Manchester.

When you join us, you'll receive:

Access to exclusive SEND vacancies
Flexible day-to-day, long-term and permanent opportunities
Competitive daily rates
Weekly pay
Free CPD and SEND-focused training
A dedicated consultant with specialist education knowledge
Ongoing support throughout your placement
Opportunities to build a long-term career within education

Whether you're taking your first steps into SEND education or building on existing experience, Empowering Learning will help you find a role where you can make a lasting impact.

Apply today to secure your September SEND Teaching Assistant opportunity with Empowering Learning

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