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Teaching Assisant

Job details
Posting date: 04 June 2025
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 11 June 2025
Location: Manchester, Greater Manchester, M9 0RP
Company: Randstad Education
Job type: Temporary
Job reference: CJ328184_1749044591

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Summary

Job Title: Teaching Assistant (SEN)
Location: Manchester (Multiple school placements available)
Pay Rate: Competitive, based on experience
Application Deadline: Apply as soon as possible

"Every child needs a champion - someone who will never give up on them."

Are you passionate about making a difference in children's lives?
Do you have the patience, empathy, and drive to support students with additional needs?

Randstad Education is recruiting enthusiastic and compassionate Teaching Assistants to support pupils with special educational needs (SEN) across primary, secondary, and specialist settings in Manchester. This is a fantastic opportunity to work one-to-one or in small groups, helping children build confidence, independence, and academic progress.

Preferred Skills:

  • Experience working with children or young people (ideally in an SEN setting)

  • A calm, adaptable, and nurturing attitude

  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills

  • A genuine passion for supporting children with learning differences

  • Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply)

  • Right to work in the UK and references from recent roles

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide tailored support to children with a range of SEN, including ASD, SLD, SEMH, and PMLD

  • Assist the teacher with planning and delivery of lessons

  • Encourage student engagement through positive reinforcement and inclusive strategies

  • Support personal care or mobility needs where required (training can be provided)

  • Promote a safe and supportive learning environment

  • Build meaningful relationships with pupils, families, and staff

Role Details:

  • Start Date: Ongoing and September 2025 starts available

  • Working Hours: Full-time and part-time roles available

  • Settings: Mainstream and specialist schools

Why Join Us?

  • Work with a dedicated Randstad consultant (that's me - Mia!) who listens and supports

  • Access to a wide range of roles tailored to your skills and preferences

  • Opportunities for career progression and permanent roles

  • Free CPD and training, including Team Teach and SEN essentials

  • Recommend a Friend bonus - earn up to £300 (T&Cs apply)

Ready to start making a difference as a Teaching Assistant?
Contact Mia Dooley at Randstad Education:
mia.dooley@randstad.co.uk
Call 0161 200 1904 / 020 4576 5215

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