1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant

Company: Aspire People
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Job Title: 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant (Secondary Schools)nLocation: ManchesternEmployer: Aspire PeoplenJob Type: Daily, Short-Term & Long-Term OpportunitiesnnAbout the Role:nAspire People are currently seeking a strong and dedicated bank of 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistants to support secondary schools across Manchester. We have a variety of opportunities available, including daily supply, short-term, and long-term roles, offering flexibility to suit your availability and career goals.nnThis is an excellent opportunity for individuals with experience in Special Educational Needs (SEN), as well as psychology graduates looking to further develop their practical experience within school settings.nnKey Responsibilities:n* Provide 1:1 support or work with small groups of students with SEN within a secondary mainstream settingn* Support students with a range of needs, including additional learning needs and challenging behaviourn* Adapt learning approaches to meet individual student needsn* Help create an inclusive and supportive learning environmentn* Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, and wider school staffn* Support students both in mainstream classrooms and within SEN hubs or alternative provisions on-sitennAbout You:nWe are looking for reliable, flexible, and experienced SEN Teaching Assistants who are passionate about supporting young people.nnEssential Requirements:n* Previous experience working in schools or with children with Special Educational Needsn* Experience supporting children with challenging behaviourn* A strong understanding of individual learning needs and the ability to adapt support strategies accordinglyn* A UK Bachelor's degree in Psychology or a related field (desirable)n* Experience in SEN, SEMH settings, or through relevant placements (ideal for psychology graduates)n* A current DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain onen* References covering the last 2 yearsnnWhy Join Aspire People?n* Flexible working to suit your schedulen* Opportunities to gain experience across a variety of educational settingsn* Support from a dedicated consultantn* Access to a wide network of schools across ManchesternnIf you are passionate about supporting students with SEN and are looking to build or expand your experience within secondary education, we would love to hear from you.nnApply today to join Aspire People and make a difference in students' lives.nnAspire 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.

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Posted: April 30th, 2026