Sen Learning Support Assistant
Listed on 2026-09-12
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Education / Teaching
Special Needs / Learning Disabilities, Teacher Assistant/ Paraprofessional, Special Education Assistant, School Counseling & Student Support
SEN Learning Support Assistant Salford | Full-Time | Immediate Start Available
Teaching Personnel are seeking a SEN Learning Support Assistant to join a specialist secondary school in the Salford area. This full-time position offers an immediate start and the opportunity to support pupils with a range of complex SEN needs, including Autism (ASC), ADHD, speech and language difficulties, severe learning difficulties (SLD), sensory needs, social communication challenges, and associated behavioural needs.
Key Responsibilities- Support pupils on a 1:1 and small group basis.
- Help students access learning and engage in lessons.
- Promote positive behaviour, communication, and independence.
- Implement support strategies in line with EHCPs.
- Work closely with teachers, therapists, and support staff.
- Monitor pupil progress and wellbeing.
- Passion for supporting young people with additional needs.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
- Patient, resilient, and adaptable approach.
- Previous experience in education, care, youth work, coaching, or support work is desirable.
- Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).
- Competitive weekly pay.
- Full-time, long-term opportunities.
- Access to free CPD and training courses.
- Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant.
- Opportunities to develop a career within SEN and education.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ's on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay.
This advert is for a temporary position.
In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance 'Keeping Children Safe in Education' this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training.
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