Sen Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant | Primary School | Levenshulme | January 2027 Start

Location: Levenshulme, Manchester
Start Date: January 2027
Contract: Full-Time

Make a Difference This Spring Term

Teaching Personnel is working in partnership with a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Levenshulme to recruit a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team from January 2027.

This rewarding role will involve supporting pupils with speech and language needs, helping them to develop their communication skills, confidence, and independence. The school is committed to providing a nurturing environment where every child is encouraged to achieve their full potential, making this an excellent opportunity for a caring and motivated individual looking to make a meaningful impact.

The Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with pupils on a one-to-one basis and in small group settings, providing tailored support that enables them to engage with learning and thrive both academically and socially.

Key Responsibilities

• Support pupils with speech and language needs throughout the school day
• Deliver targeted interventions alongside class teachers, the SENCO, and external professionals
• Encourage confidence, participation, and positive social interactions
• Help create a nurturing, inclusive, and engaging learning environment
• Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to teaching staff
• Support the delivery of individual learning plans and intervention programmes
• Assist pupils in developing communication, social, and emotional skills
• Promote independence and celebrate pupil achievements

About You

The ideal candidate will:

• Have experience supporting children with speech and language difficulties or additional needs
• Demonstrate a patient, nurturing, and proactive approach
• Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Work effectively as part of a collaborative school team
• Have SEN-related training or qualifications (desirable)
• Be passionate about helping children overcome barriers to learning
• Build positive relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive weekly pay based on experience
• Access to a range of CPD and professional development opportunities
• Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant
• Easy management of placements and timesheets through the myTP portal
• Opportunities to work within a network of local primary schools
• Wellbeing and safeguarding support throughout your placement
• Recognition through Teaching Personnel's Excellence in Education Awards

Apply Today

If you're looking for a rewarding role for the Spring Term and are passionate about supporting children with additional needs, we would love to hear from you.

Submit your updated CV today to be considered for this exciting opportunity starting in January 2027.

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