Prospero Teaching
SEN Teaching Assistant Job Title: Teaching Assistant (SEN) Area: M16, Greater Manchester Start Date: 01/09/2026 Contract Type: Full-time (Term-time only) Salary: GBP100- GBP110.00 per day (depending on experience) Working hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm About the School: We are recruiting on behalf of a respected primary school in M16 that provides a calm, structured, and supportive environment for young people. The school supports pupils with Autism, ADHD, learning disabilities, and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. Known for its inclusive culture and strong teamwork, the school delivers a personalised curriculum that promotes both academic progress and emotional wellbeing. With small class sizes and a high staff-to-pupil ratio, this role offers a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in students lives. About the Role as a Teaching Assistant: · Support pupils in the classroom, working 1:1 or with small groups · Help deliver engaging lessons under the guidance of the class teacher · Assist pupils with additional needs, promoting confidence, communication, and positive behaviour · Provide encouragement and motivation – in class, during activities, or on the playground · Act as a reliable adult role model, supporting pupils social and emotional development What Were Looking For: · Experience supporting or mentoring children or young people (school, youth work, sports coaching, volunteering or similar) · Patient, approachable, and able to build positive relationships with pupils · Good literacy and numeracy skills (GCSE Maths & English or equivalent) · Calm under pressure with a positive outlook and sense of humour · Committed to inclusion and helping every child succeed To be eligible you must: · Hold Right to Work in the UK · Hold (or be willing to apply for) an Enhanced Child Barred List DBS registered with the Update Service · Provide two professional child-related references If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with a copy of your up-to-date CV. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and have passed all safeguarding/vetting checks with Prospero Teaching in order to fill this vacancy. Any adult working with children and vulnerable young people are responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of the children and young people. IND-SEN
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