Teaching Assistant SEND Level 2
| Posting date: | 06 February 2026 |
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| Salary: | £102 per day |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 06 March 2026 |
| Location: | Swinton, Manchester |
| Company: | senploy |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 202544 |
Summary
Level 2 SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Swinton
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm (Full Time)
Pay: £102+ per day (dependent on experience)
We are looking for a compassionate and dedicated Level 2 SEN Teaching Assistant to join a supportive and well-established SEN School in Swinton. This is a full-time role where you will work closely with teaching staff to support pupils with a range of additional needs, helping them access learning and develop socially, emotionally, and academically.
This is a rewarding opportunity for someone patient, resilient, and passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs.
The Role
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Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with a range of SEN, including Autism, SEMH, and learning difficulties
Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with a range of SEN, including Autism, SEMH, and learning difficulties
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Support pupils in accessing the curriculum through tailored learning approaches
Support pupils in accessing the curriculum through tailored learning approaches
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Encourage positive behaviour, emotional regulation, and social development
Encourage positive behaviour, emotional regulation, and social development
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Assist the class teacher with preparing resources and adapting activities to meet individual needs
Assist the class teacher with preparing resources and adapting activities to meet individual needs
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Support communication using visual aids, PECS, Now & Next boards, or other structured approaches (where required)
Support communication using visual aids, PECS, Now & Next boards, or other structured approaches (where required)
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Help create a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment
Help create a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment
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Support with personal care where necessary, promoting dignity and independence
Support with personal care where necessary, promoting dignity and independence
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Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCo, and external professionals
Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCo, and external professionals
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Follow safeguarding and behaviour policies at all times
Follow safeguarding and behaviour policies at all times
Requirements
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Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent)
Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent)
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Experience working with children or young people with SEN is highly desirable
Experience working with children or young people with SEN is highly desirable
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Calm, patient, and resilient nature
Calm, patient, and resilient nature
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Strong communication and teamwork skills
Strong communication and teamwork skills
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A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs
A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs
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DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain one)
DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain one)
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Right to work in the UK
Right to work in the UK
What the School Offers
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Supportive and experienced SEN team
Supportive and experienced SEN team
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Ongoing guidance and training opportunities
Ongoing guidance and training opportunities
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Rewarding role making a real difference in pupils' lives
Rewarding role making a real difference in pupils' lives
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Potential for the role to continue long-term
Potential for the role to continue long-term
If you are a committed Level 2 SEN Teaching Assistant looking for a full-time opportunity in Swinton, 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.
Location: Swinton
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm (Full Time)
Pay: £102+ per day (dependent on experience)
We are looking for a compassionate and dedicated Level 2 SEN Teaching Assistant to join a supportive and well-established SEN School in Swinton. This is a full-time role where you will work closely with teaching staff to support pupils with a range of additional needs, helping them access learning and develop socially, emotionally, and academically.
This is a rewarding opportunity for someone patient, resilient, and passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs.
The Role
-
Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with a range of SEN, including Autism, SEMH, and learning difficulties
Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with a range of SEN, including Autism, SEMH, and learning difficulties
-
Support pupils in accessing the curriculum through tailored learning approaches
Support pupils in accessing the curriculum through tailored learning approaches
-
Encourage positive behaviour, emotional regulation, and social development
Encourage positive behaviour, emotional regulation, and social development
-
Assist the class teacher with preparing resources and adapting activities to meet individual needs
Assist the class teacher with preparing resources and adapting activities to meet individual needs
-
Support communication using visual aids, PECS, Now & Next boards, or other structured approaches (where required)
Support communication using visual aids, PECS, Now & Next boards, or other structured approaches (where required)
-
Help create a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment
Help create a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment
-
Support with personal care where necessary, promoting dignity and independence
Support with personal care where necessary, promoting dignity and independence
-
Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCo, and external professionals
Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCo, and external professionals
-
Follow safeguarding and behaviour policies at all times
Follow safeguarding and behaviour policies at all times
Requirements
-
Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent)
Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent)
-
Experience working with children or young people with SEN is highly desirable
Experience working with children or young people with SEN is highly desirable
-
Calm, patient, and resilient nature
Calm, patient, and resilient nature
-
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Strong communication and teamwork skills
-
A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs
A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs
-
DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain one)
DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain one)
-
Right to work in the UK
Right to work in the UK
What the School Offers
-
Supportive and experienced SEN team
Supportive and experienced SEN team
-
Ongoing guidance and training opportunities
Ongoing guidance and training opportunities
-
Rewarding role making a real difference in pupils' lives
Rewarding role making a real difference in pupils' lives
-
Potential for the role to continue long-term
Potential for the role to continue long-term
If you are a committed Level 2 SEN Teaching Assistant looking for a full-time opportunity in Swinton, 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.