Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant
| Posting date: | 29 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £90 to £115 per day |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 25 February 2026 |
| Location: | Primary School in Trafford, Manchester |
| Company: | senploy |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | 201741 |
Summary
Our client, a primary school located in Trafford, Manchester, is seeking a talented and dedicated Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant to join their dynamic team. This is a full-time position, offering a competitive daily rate of £90 to £115, inclusive of pension and holiday contributions, with weekly pay.
As a Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting the educational and personal development of students with diverse learning needs. Working closely with the class teacher and the Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO), you will provide individualised assistance, create a nurturing and inclusive learning environment, and help students reach their full potential.
Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Assisting students with specific learning difficulties, physical disabilities, or other special educational needs, ensuring they are fully included in all aspects of school life.
- Developing and implementing personalised learning plans and strategies to address the unique needs of each student.
- Providing one-to-one or small group support, adapting teaching methods and resources to meet the individual needs of students.
- Collaborating with teachers to plan and deliver engaging and inclusive lessons, incorporating differentiated activities and resources.
- Monitoring and recording students' progress, and contributing to the assessment and review of their individual education plans.
- Offering emotional and social support to students, promoting their well-being and self-esteem.
- Fostering positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues, and maintaining effective communication to ensure a cohesive and supportive learning environment.
- Attending relevant training and professional development opportunities to enhance your skills and knowledge in supporting students with special educational needs.
To be successful in this role, you will need to possess the following skills and qualifications:
- A recognised teaching assistant qualification or equivalent, such as a Level 3 NVQ in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools or a relevant degree.
- Extensive experience working with children or young people with special educational needs, including a deep understanding of their diverse learning requirements.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
- Strong organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- A genuine passion for supporting the educational and personal development of children with special needs, and a commitment to inclusive and equitable practices.
- Flexibility and adaptability, with the ability to respond to the changing needs of students and the school environment.
- A valid enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check.
In return, our client offers a supportive and inclusive working environment, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of students with special educational needs. If you are excited by the prospect of this rewarding role, we encourage you to apply.
- Position: Full-time Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant
- Location: Trafford, Manchester
- Salary: £90 - £115 per day, inclusive of pension and holiday contributions, with weekly pay
- Qualifications and Experience:
-
A recognised teaching assistant qualification or equivalent
Extensive experience working with children or young people with special educational needs
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong organisational and time-management skills
A genuine passion for supporting the educational and personal development of children with special needs
Flexibility and adaptability
Valid enhanced DBS check
- A recognised teaching assistant qualification or equivalent
- Extensive experience working with children or young people with special educational needs
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong organisational and time-management skills
- A genuine passion for supporting the educational and personal development of children with special needs
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Valid enhanced DBS check
Working with HG Recruit you can be part of a dynamic and fully independent team of teachers and teaching assistants making a difference in primary schools across south Manchester. You'll be supported by experienced recruitment consultants that are available to help you shape and progress your career based on your skills and areas of expertise.
For more information please apply today.
As a Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting the educational and personal development of students with diverse learning needs. Working closely with the class teacher and the Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO), you will provide individualised assistance, create a nurturing and inclusive learning environment, and help students reach their full potential.
Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Assisting students with specific learning difficulties, physical disabilities, or other special educational needs, ensuring they are fully included in all aspects of school life.
- Developing and implementing personalised learning plans and strategies to address the unique needs of each student.
- Providing one-to-one or small group support, adapting teaching methods and resources to meet the individual needs of students.
- Collaborating with teachers to plan and deliver engaging and inclusive lessons, incorporating differentiated activities and resources.
- Monitoring and recording students' progress, and contributing to the assessment and review of their individual education plans.
- Offering emotional and social support to students, promoting their well-being and self-esteem.
- Fostering positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues, and maintaining effective communication to ensure a cohesive and supportive learning environment.
- Attending relevant training and professional development opportunities to enhance your skills and knowledge in supporting students with special educational needs.
To be successful in this role, you will need to possess the following skills and qualifications:
- A recognised teaching assistant qualification or equivalent, such as a Level 3 NVQ in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools or a relevant degree.
- Extensive experience working with children or young people with special educational needs, including a deep understanding of their diverse learning requirements.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
- Strong organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- A genuine passion for supporting the educational and personal development of children with special needs, and a commitment to inclusive and equitable practices.
- Flexibility and adaptability, with the ability to respond to the changing needs of students and the school environment.
- A valid enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check.
In return, our client offers a supportive and inclusive working environment, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of students with special educational needs. If you are excited by the prospect of this rewarding role, we encourage you to apply.
- Position: Full-time Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant
- Location: Trafford, Manchester
- Salary: £90 - £115 per day, inclusive of pension and holiday contributions, with weekly pay
- Qualifications and Experience:
-
A recognised teaching assistant qualification or equivalent
Extensive experience working with children or young people with special educational needs
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong organisational and time-management skills
A genuine passion for supporting the educational and personal development of children with special needs
Flexibility and adaptability
Valid enhanced DBS check
- A recognised teaching assistant qualification or equivalent
- Extensive experience working with children or young people with special educational needs
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong organisational and time-management skills
- A genuine passion for supporting the educational and personal development of children with special needs
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Valid enhanced DBS check
Working with HG Recruit you can be part of a dynamic and fully independent team of teachers and teaching assistants making a difference in primary schools across south Manchester. You'll be supported by experienced recruitment consultants that are available to help you shape and progress your career based on your skills and areas of expertise.
For more information please apply today.