SEN Teaching Assistant

Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Primary & Secondary SEND Schools – Tameside
Start Date: Immediate

About the School

Our partner school is a forward-thinking SEND secondary school recently rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2024). The school is committed to providing high-quality education and holistic support for students with Special Educational Needs (SEN), celebrating both strong academic results and the personal development of every learner.

In addition, we support a number of inclusive primary schools across North Manchester who are dedicated to helping children with additional needs thrive both academically and personally.

About the Role

We are seeking dedicated, compassionate and resilient SEN Teaching Assistants to work with children and young people who have additional learning needs and, at times, display challenging behaviour.

This role is well-suited to those with experience as:

• Personal Care Assistants
• Care Workers
• Youth Workers
• Or anyone with a background in supporting children or vulnerable adults who would like to bring their skills into education.

You will work alongside teachers and specialist staff to support students in the classroom and during wider school activities, ensuring that they feel safe, supported, and able to reach their full potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support to children with SEN and/or behavioural needs in both individual and group settings.
• Assist teachers in planning and delivering learning activities that meet students’ individual needs.
• Promote a positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Support with personal care, life skills, and emotional regulation where required.
• Monitor student progress and provide feedback to staff, adapting support strategies as needed.
• Engage in activities both inside and outside the classroom, ensuring the wellbeing and safety of all students.

The Ideal Candidate

• Experience supporting children, young people, or vulnerable adults (school experience is welcome but not essential).
• A passion for helping children with SEN to succeed.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Flexibility, adaptability, and resilience.
• A positive, caring and proactive attitude.

Why Join Us?

• Work as part of a supportive, collaborative team.
• Gain valuable experience across a range of school settings.
• Access free CPD training including safeguarding and behaviour management.
• Opportunity for professional growth and development in SEN.
• Make a genuine impact in the lives of children and young people.

Benefits

• Competitive pay rates – we pay to scale!
• Free ongoing CPD training.
• Refer a Friend Scheme – earn up to £100 per referral.
• Support from both the school and your dedicated Cover People consultant.

How to Apply

If you are ready to make a difference and transfer your care, youth work or support experience into education, click ‘Apply’ today.

All applicants are subject to safeguarding and employment checks, including an online interview and enhanced DBS.

Cover People are acting as an employment business on behalf of the school for this vacancy.