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Learning Support Assistant (SEN)

Job details
Posting date: 03 December 2025
Salary: £90 to £110 per day
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 30 December 2025
Location: Newton Heath, Manchester
Company: senploy
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: 196259

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Summary

SEN Teaching Assistant - Newton Heath
KS1, KS2 & KS3 | Autism, Speech & Language Needs, SEMH
Temp & Temp-to-Perm Opportunities

Pay: Experience Based

A supportive and forward-thinking school in Newton Heath is seeking an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to work across Key Stages 1, 2 and 3. This role is ideal for someone confident supporting pupils with a wide range of special educational needs within a school environment.

The Role

Your responsibilities will include:
- Providing targeted support to pupils 1:1 and in small groups
- Using effective strategies to help learners with speech, language and communication needs, including pupils who are non-verbal
- Supporting children and young people with autism, sensory differences and social communication challenges
- Managing and responding to challenging behaviour linked to SEMH needs, using a calm and consistent approach
- Working collaboratively with teachers and SENCOs to adapt tasks, remove barriers to learning and promote inclusion
- Encouraging pupils to develop confidence, independence and positive engagement in the classroom

What We Need From You

The ideal candidate will have:
- Experience supporting SEN pupils in a school setting (essential)
- Strong understanding of autism, communication needs and behaviour support strategies
- Patience, empathy and the ability to build strong rapport with pupils
- A resilient, proactive approach and a genuine passion for helping children succeed
- Confidence supporting a range of ages from KS1 to KS3

What's on Offer
- Temp-to-perm pathways for the right person
- Flexible temporary assignments also available
- Supportive staff team and opportunities for ongoing professional development
- A rewarding chance to make a real difference across multiple key stages

If you're an experienced SEN TA ready to take on a new challenge in Newton Heath, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now and help support pupils who need you most.

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