Teaching assistant

Role: Teaching Assistant Location: M9, Manchester Pay: £14.25 - £16.65 per hour (dependent on experience) Hours: Monday to Friday | 8:30am - 3:30pm Start Date: asap Contract: Full-Time | Long-Term | Full Academic Year Teaching Assistant Are you a compassionate, patient and dedicated Teaching Assistant looking to make a genuine difference every single day?

A welcoming and highly supportive primary school in the M9 area of Manchester is seeking an exceptional Teaching Assistant to join their specialist SEND Provision from as soon as possible for the full academic year. This Teaching Assistant role is based entirely within the school's dedicated SEND Provision, supporting a small class of approximately 6-8 pupils across EYFS, KS1 and some KS2 .

The class is staffed by a highly experienced team of 4-5 adults , creating a collaborative, supportive environment where every member of staff works together to help pupils achieve their full potential. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Teaching Assistant who enjoys building meaningful relationships with children and wants to become a consistent, trusted adult within a specialist setting.

The Role As a Teaching Assistant , you will support pupils with a range of additional needs including: Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Non-verbal communication Sensory processing needs Communication and Language difficulties Learning difficulties Social and emotional development needs The children benefit from highly structured routines, visual timetables, sensory strategies and consistent support from adults who understand how to adapt learning around individual needs.

Every day is rewarding, varied and centred around helping children become more confident, independent and successful. Your Responsibilities As a Teaching Assistant ,

you will

Support pupils on both a 1:1 basis and within small group activities. Help deliver engaging, differentiated learning throughout the school day. Use visual supports, communication aids and sensory strategies to encourage engagement.

Build trusting relationships with pupils through consistency, patience and encouragement. Support children with emotional regulation and transitions throughout the day. Promote communication, independence and social interaction.

Work closely with teachers, therapists and the wider SEND team. Follow personalised learning plans and EHCP t...

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