SEND Teaching Assistant

Location: City

SEND Teaching Assistant - Primary SEND School (South Manchester Area)

Start Date:

ASAP Full-Time & Day-to-Day Roles Available
Are you passionate about supporting children with complex needs such as Autism (ASC), ADHD, communication difficulties, sensory processing needs, and profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD)? Aspire People is seeking a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistants to join a warm and specialist primary SEND school in the South Manchester area.

About the Role
As an SEND Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting pupils with a wide range of needs. Every day will be different, and you'll be part of a team committed to helping children thrive both academically and emotionally.

Key Responsibilities
Supporting pupils with complex learning needs on a 1:1 or small-group basis
Assisting with communication, sensory and behavioural support strategies
Providing personal care when required (e.g., toileting, feeding, dressing)
Helping deliver tailored learning activities under the guidance of the class teacher
Creating a positive, engaging and supportive classroom environment
Using initiative to support pupils during challenging moments
Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children

What We're Looking For

We want someone who is proactive, engaging, and genuinely passionate about making a difference.
Essential Requirements

Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one)
Previous experience supporting children with SEND, either in schools, care or similar settings
A positive, resilient and enthusiastic approach to working with children
Ability to build strong, trusting relationships with pupils and staff
Reliability and commitment-especially with an ASAP start

What Aspire People Offers

Competitive weekly pay
CPD and specialist SEND training opportunities
Your own dedicated consultant to support you
Flexible roles: full-time, long-term, and day-to-day options available

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.