Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant
| Posting date: | 10 February 2026 |
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| Salary: | £90 to £115 per day |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 09 March 2026 |
| Location: | Primary School in Trafford, Manchester |
| Company: | senploy |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | 202904 |
Summary
Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant
Location: Trafford, Manchester
Contract: Full-time
Pay: £90-£115 per day (inclusive of pension and holiday contributions)
Benefits: Weekly pay, professional development opportunities
Are you a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant with experience supporting children with special educational needs? Our client, a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Trafford, is looking for a talented SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team and make a real difference in students' lives.
Role
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Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with a range of special educational needs, including learning difficulties and physical disabilities
Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with a range of special educational needs, including learning difficulties and physical disabilities
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Assist in creating a nurturing, inclusive, and structured learning environment
Assist in creating a nurturing, inclusive, and structured learning environment
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Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to implement individualised learning plans and strategies
Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to implement individualised learning plans and strategies
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Support lesson delivery, adapting activities and resources to meet individual needs
Support lesson delivery, adapting activities and resources to meet individual needs
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Monitor, record, and report on pupil progress, contributing to the review of EHCPs and other support plans
Monitor, record, and report on pupil progress, contributing to the review of EHCPs and other support plans
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Offer emotional and social support, helping pupils develop confidence and resilience
Offer emotional and social support, helping pupils develop confidence and resilience
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Build strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues to foster a supportive school community
Build strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues to foster a supportive school community
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Participate in professional development opportunities to enhance your skills and understanding of SEN support
Participate in professional development opportunities to enhance your skills and understanding of SEN support
Requirements
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A recognised teaching assistant qualification or equivalent (e.g. , Level 3 NVQ in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools or relevant degree)
A recognised teaching assistant qualification or equivalent (e.g. , Level 3 NVQ in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools or relevant degree)
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Proven experience supporting children with special educational needs, with a strong understanding of diverse learning requirements
Proven experience supporting children with special educational needs, with a strong understanding of diverse learning requirements
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, able to work collaboratively with staff, students, and families
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, able to work collaboratively with staff, students, and families
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Strong organisational and time-management abilities, with the capacity to work independently and as part of a team
Strong organisational and time-management abilities, with the capacity to work independently and as part of a team
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A genuine passion for supporting children's educational and personal development
A genuine passion for supporting children's educational and personal development
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Flexibility and adaptability to respond to the changing needs of pupils and the school
Flexibility and adaptability to respond to the changing needs of pupils and the school
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A valid enhanced DBS check
A valid enhanced DBS check
Benefits
You will be supported by a friendly and experienced team dedicated to helping you progress your career in education. You'll be part of a professional, supportive environment where your contribution is valued, and you can make a meaningful difference to the lives of students with SEN.
If you are passionate about supporting children with special educational needs and want a long-term, rewarding role, we encourage you to apply today.
Location: Trafford, Manchester
Contract: Full-time
Pay: £90-£115 per day (inclusive of pension and holiday contributions)
Benefits: Weekly pay, professional development opportunities
Are you a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant with experience supporting children with special educational needs? Our client, a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Trafford, is looking for a talented SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team and make a real difference in students' lives.
Role
-
Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with a range of special educational needs, including learning difficulties and physical disabilities
Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with a range of special educational needs, including learning difficulties and physical disabilities
-
Assist in creating a nurturing, inclusive, and structured learning environment
Assist in creating a nurturing, inclusive, and structured learning environment
-
Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to implement individualised learning plans and strategies
Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to implement individualised learning plans and strategies
-
Support lesson delivery, adapting activities and resources to meet individual needs
Support lesson delivery, adapting activities and resources to meet individual needs
-
Monitor, record, and report on pupil progress, contributing to the review of EHCPs and other support plans
Monitor, record, and report on pupil progress, contributing to the review of EHCPs and other support plans
-
Offer emotional and social support, helping pupils develop confidence and resilience
Offer emotional and social support, helping pupils develop confidence and resilience
-
Build strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues to foster a supportive school community
Build strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues to foster a supportive school community
-
Participate in professional development opportunities to enhance your skills and understanding of SEN support
Participate in professional development opportunities to enhance your skills and understanding of SEN support
Requirements
-
A recognised teaching assistant qualification or equivalent (e.g. , Level 3 NVQ in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools or relevant degree)
A recognised teaching assistant qualification or equivalent (e.g. , Level 3 NVQ in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools or relevant degree)
-
Proven experience supporting children with special educational needs, with a strong understanding of diverse learning requirements
Proven experience supporting children with special educational needs, with a strong understanding of diverse learning requirements
-
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, able to work collaboratively with staff, students, and families
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, able to work collaboratively with staff, students, and families
-
Strong organisational and time-management abilities, with the capacity to work independently and as part of a team
Strong organisational and time-management abilities, with the capacity to work independently and as part of a team
-
A genuine passion for supporting children's educational and personal development
A genuine passion for supporting children's educational and personal development
-
Flexibility and adaptability to respond to the changing needs of pupils and the school
Flexibility and adaptability to respond to the changing needs of pupils and the school
-
A valid enhanced DBS check
A valid enhanced DBS check
Benefits
You will be supported by a friendly and experienced team dedicated to helping you progress your career in education. You'll be part of a professional, supportive environment where your contribution is valued, and you can make a meaningful difference to the lives of students with SEN.
If you are passionate about supporting children with special educational needs and want a long-term, rewarding role, we encourage you to apply today.