SEN Teaching Assistant; Primary

Overview

Prospero Teaching are actively seeking an enthusiastic and experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join our team at a school in North Manchester. This pivotal role involves providing specialised 1:1 support to children with Special Educational Needs (SEN), specifically those experiencing challenging behaviour, ADHD, and autism. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to creating a nurturing and inclusive learning environment both inside and outside the classroom.

• Position: SEN Teaching Assistant
• Type of work:
  Long Term, Temporary
• Location:
  
  North Manchester
• Full time/Part time:
  Full time
• Hours:
  
  8:30 – 15:30
• Start date:
  
  December 2025
• Pay: £476.45 – £550.00 per week

• Individual Support:
  Deliver personalised support to children with SEN, ensuring they are engaged and making progress in their learning. This includes adapting activities to suit individual needs and promoting a positive learning experience.
• Behaviour Management:
  Employ effective behaviour management strategies to help children navigate their emotions and interactions, fostering a calm and supportive atmosphere.
• Classroom
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Work closely with the classroom teacher to modify lesson plans and learning materials, ensuring that all children can participate fully in classroom activities.
• Outdoor Supervision:
  Provide supervision and support during outdoor activities and breaks, ensuring the safety and inclusion of children in all settings.
• Progress Monitoring:
  Keep accurate records of student progress and behaviour, communicating regularly with the classroom teacher and SENCO to discuss any concerns or achievements.

• Qualifications:
  
  A Teaching Assistant qualification or higher/equivalent is preferred.
• Experience:
  
  Proven experience working in a UK school setting or with children of a similar age group, particularly those with SEN.
• Training:
  Up-to-date safeguarding training issued within the last year is desirable; however, some training will be provided.

• Right to work in the UK.
• Enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or willingness to apply for a new one.
• Two professional references related to childcare.

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. Successful candidates will be required to register with Prospero Teaching to fill this position.