Primary SEND Teaching Assistant
| Job title: | Primary SEND Teaching Assistant |
| Contract type: | Temporary |
| Location: | Manchester |
| Industry: | Primary |
| Salary: | £95 - £105 per day |
| Reference: | tchsen_1764322418 |
| Contact name: | Aspire People Limited |
| Contact email: | Ryan.Long@aspirepeople.co.uk |
Job description
SEND Teaching Assistant - EYFS & KS1 - ManchesterAt Aspire People, we work with a range of schools across Manchester, and we are currently looking for experienced SEND Teaching Assistants to join their teams. If you have hands-on experience supporting pupils with SEND needs, we'd love to hear from you. We're seeking compassionate, patient individuals to support pupils in EYFS and KS1.
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The Role
As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will collaborate with teachers and support staff to provide tailored support to pupils with a variety of SEND needs. Your primary focus will be on EYFS and KS1 pupils, ensuring each child receives the individual support they need to thrive academically and socially.
Key Responsibilities:
* Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEND in EYFS and KS1
* Assist in the delivery of tailored learning activities to meet individual needs
* Help implement and support Individual Education Plans
* Promote inclusion, positive behaviour, and self-esteem
* Support pupils with physical, emotional, and behavioural needs
* Work closely with the teacher to assess progress and adjust teaching strategies accordingly
* Liaise with parents and staff to ensure continuity of care and learning
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Skills & Qualifications
Essential:
* Experience supporting pupils with SEND (within the last 2 years)
* Understanding of how SEND impacts learning, particularly in EYFS and KS1
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills
* A compassionate and patient approach to supporting children with additional needs
* A relevant Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent (desirable)
* Ability to work effectively as part of a team and adapt to various classroom settings
Desirable:
* Experience supporting pupils with ASD, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, or other SEND
* Experience with Individual Education Plans and adapting teaching strategies
* SEND training or certification (desirable but not essential)
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Why Work with Aspire People?
* Flexible Opportunities - Choose between part-time, full-time, or supply roles across EYFS and KS1
* Long-Term Roles Available - Opportunities that can lead to permanent placements
* Dedicated Consultant Support - Receive ongoing support from a consultant who understands your needs
* Competitive Pay - Based on your experience and the role
* Quick Placement - Start work without unnecessary delays
* £250 Referral Bonus - Refer a colleague and earn a reward
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If you're passionate about supporting SEND pupils and want to make a real difference in EYFS or KS1 classrooms, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now to join Aspire People and start your journey in supporting children with SEND!
Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.
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