Menu

Special Needs Learning Support Assistant

Job details
Posting date: 08 August 2025
Salary: £90 to £110 per day
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 05 September 2025
Location: Salford, Greater Manchester
Company: senploy
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: 185525

Apply for this job

Summary

Special Needs Learning Support Assistant in Salford via Step Teachers!



We're looking for someone who has a proven track record of successfully supporting children with Special Needs.



If that's you, then can join a school that invests in your development as much as the kids. You can enjoy a role that's never boring and will help progress your career!



This is a vacancy for a Special Needs Learning Support Assistant at outstanding special needs high school in Salford.



The basics:
- Special Needs Learning Support Assistant at special needs high school in Salford for children with Complex Needs such as Autism.
- Starting September 2025.
- Full time, Monday to Friday, 8:15am-3:15pm.
- Expected go perm eventually for the right person.
- £90-110/day DOE - Paid PAYE, we don't use umbrella companies!
- Equal pay to perm staff from 13th week onwards of a placement.
- Step Perks - 24 hr GP, discounts on shops, cinemas, gyms etc.
- Access to FREE CPD via Step Teachers & The National College.
- Refer-A-Friend - earn £100*

How you'll help:
- Provide targeted learning interventions on a 1:1 and small group basis to children with Autism & Learning Difficulties.
- There may also be social, emotional & behavioural needs to support with.
- You have the chance to adapt your approach to each pupil.
- Make a difference by providing lots of positive reinforcement.
- Contribute to a safe, fun & inclusive classroom environment.
- Work with the class teacher, SENCO, SLT, parents and outside professionals.
- Report on behaviours, incidents and disclosures to the DSL.

Your new work environment:
- A supportive, inclusive and family feel special needs school in Salford.
- Small classrooms of no more than 10 students with staff team of 4 in each.
- Modern facilities & resources such as hydrotherapy, soft play & sensory rooms, play areas & garden areas.
- Focuses on empathy, respect & fundamental British values to support their diverse range of pupils.
- Ongoing CPD for long term supply staff.
- 10-15 minute walk from tram & train stations.
- Free on-site parking.

Benefits to you:
- Excellent pay & conditions.
- Equal pay to perm staff from 13th week onwards.
- Step Perks - 24 hr GP, discounts on shops, cinemas, gyms etc.
- FREE CPD - via Step Teachers & The National College.
- Dedicated & experienced consultant with over 13 years' experience to support you through the registration process and during your placement.
- Work with an established & long-standing staff team of SEN experts.
- Safe, inclusive, supportive and fun working environment.
- Make a real difference to children's life chances.
- Learn new skills in SEND, enhancing your CV and progressing your career.

What We Need from You:
- Up to date CV with 10-year work history.
- Proof of Right to Work & Address in the UK.
- DBS certificate on the Update Service (or be happy to apply for one).
- At least 2 professional references covering the last 2 years.
- Overseas Police Check (if applicable).
- Previous experience supporting children with SEN.
- A proactive, empathetic, reliable and hard-working approach is a must!



Ready to Make a Difference? Apply Now!


To apply for this Special Needs Learning Support Assistant role in Salford call or email your CV to Graham Warner at Step Teachers in Manchester:

Or click APPLY!

Apply for this job