Senior Teaching Assistant
| Posting date: | 06 January 2026 |
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| Salary: | £107 per day |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 03 February 2026 |
| Location: | Salford, Greater Manchester |
| Company: | senploy |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 199012 |
Summary
Senior Teaching Assistant - SEN Support
Start Date: 19th January
Contract: Full-time | Initially for one full term (with potential to extend due to sickness cover)
Hours: Monday-Friday | 8:30am-3:30pm
We are seeking an experienced and confident Senior Teaching Assistant to join a supportive school team from 19th January. This is a full-time role, initially for one full term, with the possibility of extension depending on staffing needs.
The Role
As a Senior Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN), working closely with the class teacher, SENCO and wider support staff to ensure pupils can access learning and make progress.
Key responsibilities will include:
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Providing targeted support to pupils with SEN, both 1:1 and in small groups
Providing targeted support to pupils with SEN, both 1:1 and in small groups
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Supporting the implementation of EHCP targets and individual support plans
Supporting the implementation of EHCP targets and individual support plans
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Assisting with differentiation and adapting learning activities to meet individual needs
Assisting with differentiation and adapting learning activities to meet individual needs
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Supporting behaviour management and emotional regulation where required
Supporting behaviour management and emotional regulation where required
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Offering guidance and informal support to other Teaching Assistants when needed
Offering guidance and informal support to other Teaching Assistants when needed
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Helping to maintain a safe, inclusive and nurturing learning environment
Helping to maintain a safe, inclusive and nurturing learning environment
The Ideal Candidate
We are looking for someone who:
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Has previous experience as a Teaching Assistant, ideally in a senior or lead role
Has previous experience as a Teaching Assistant, ideally in a senior or lead role
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Has strong experience supporting children with SEN ( ASD, ADHD, SEMH, learning difficulties)
Has strong experience supporting children with SEN ( ASD, ADHD, SEMH, learning difficulties)
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Is confident, proactive and able to use their initiative
Is confident, proactive and able to use their initiative
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Works well as part of a team and communicates effectively with staff and pupils
Works well as part of a team and communicates effectively with staff and pupils
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Is calm, patient and passionate about supporting children's development
Is calm, patient and passionate about supporting children's development
What's on Offer
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Full-time, consistent hours (8:30-3:30)
Full-time, consistent hours (8:30-3:30)
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Opportunity to make a meaningful impact supporting SEN pupils
Opportunity to make a meaningful impact supporting SEN pupils
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Potential for the role to be extended beyond the initial term
Potential for the role to be extended beyond the initial term
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Supportive school environment with clear expectations
Supportive school environment with clear expectations
If you are an experienced Teaching Assistant looking to step into or continue in a Senior TA role and are passionate about SEN support, we would love to hear from you.
This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS (child and adult workforce), satisfactory references, and full compliance with KCSIE (2024) guidance and safer recruitment standards. Overseas police checks may be required where applicable. Educato Limited is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Educato Limited acts as an employment business in relation to this vacancy.
Start Date: 19th January
Contract: Full-time | Initially for one full term (with potential to extend due to sickness cover)
Hours: Monday-Friday | 8:30am-3:30pm
We are seeking an experienced and confident Senior Teaching Assistant to join a supportive school team from 19th January. This is a full-time role, initially for one full term, with the possibility of extension depending on staffing needs.
The Role
As a Senior Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN), working closely with the class teacher, SENCO and wider support staff to ensure pupils can access learning and make progress.
Key responsibilities will include:
-
Providing targeted support to pupils with SEN, both 1:1 and in small groups
Providing targeted support to pupils with SEN, both 1:1 and in small groups
-
Supporting the implementation of EHCP targets and individual support plans
Supporting the implementation of EHCP targets and individual support plans
-
Assisting with differentiation and adapting learning activities to meet individual needs
Assisting with differentiation and adapting learning activities to meet individual needs
-
Supporting behaviour management and emotional regulation where required
Supporting behaviour management and emotional regulation where required
-
Offering guidance and informal support to other Teaching Assistants when needed
Offering guidance and informal support to other Teaching Assistants when needed
-
Helping to maintain a safe, inclusive and nurturing learning environment
Helping to maintain a safe, inclusive and nurturing learning environment
The Ideal Candidate
We are looking for someone who:
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Has previous experience as a Teaching Assistant, ideally in a senior or lead role
Has previous experience as a Teaching Assistant, ideally in a senior or lead role
-
Has strong experience supporting children with SEN ( ASD, ADHD, SEMH, learning difficulties)
Has strong experience supporting children with SEN ( ASD, ADHD, SEMH, learning difficulties)
-
Is confident, proactive and able to use their initiative
Is confident, proactive and able to use their initiative
-
Works well as part of a team and communicates effectively with staff and pupils
Works well as part of a team and communicates effectively with staff and pupils
-
Is calm, patient and passionate about supporting children's development
Is calm, patient and passionate about supporting children's development
What's on Offer
-
Full-time, consistent hours (8:30-3:30)
Full-time, consistent hours (8:30-3:30)
-
Opportunity to make a meaningful impact supporting SEN pupils
Opportunity to make a meaningful impact supporting SEN pupils
-
Potential for the role to be extended beyond the initial term
Potential for the role to be extended beyond the initial term
-
Supportive school environment with clear expectations
Supportive school environment with clear expectations
If you are an experienced Teaching Assistant looking to step into or continue in a Senior TA role and are passionate about SEN support, we would love to hear from you.
This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS (child and adult workforce), satisfactory references, and full compliance with KCSIE (2024) guidance and safer recruitment standards. Overseas police checks may be required where applicable. Educato Limited is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Educato Limited acts as an employment business in relation to this vacancy.