SEN Teaching Assistant
| Company: | senploy |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £112.50 - £112.50 |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | SALFORD |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 11 Jul 2026 |
| Closing date: | 6 Aug 2026 |
Summary
SEN Teaching Assistant - Eccles
Location: Eccles
Contract: Temp/perm
Full time/Part time: Full-time
Pay: £112.50 a day
Start date: 2nd September 2026
Expected End date: Full academic year
A mainstream primary school in Eccles is seeking a committed and resilient SEND Teaching Assistant to join their team. The school supports primary aged pupils with autism and moderate to severe learning difficulties, providing a structured, nurturing and highly supportive SEN provision where every young person is encouraged to reach their full potential.
The successful candidate will play an integral role in supporting pupils with complex additional needs, working closely with teachers and the wider multidisciplinary team to deliver personalised academic, social and emotional support throughout the school day.
Key responsibilities:
• Providing 1:1 and small group support, adapting learning to meet individual needs
• Supporting pupils with ASC, SEMH, and communication needs within a structured environment
• Using communication strategies such as PECS, Makaton, or other AAC methods
• Assisting with emotional regulation, behaviour management, and social development
• Supporting the implementation of EHCPs, behaviour plans, and therapeutic strategies
• Working collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, therapists, and support staff
What the school offers:
• A specialist, well-resourced SEN setting with a strong support network
• A highly experienced and collaborative staff team
• Ongoing CPD and training in areas such as behaviour management and communication strategies
• A rewarding opportunity to positively impact pupils with complex needs
This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about supporting children with additional needs in a specialist provision and making a meaningful difference every day.
The successful applicant will:
• Have experience supporting children or young people with ASC, SEMH, or complex needs
• Be calm, resilient, and proactive, with a nurturing and patient approach
• Be confident supporting behaviour and emotional regulation
• Have the right to work in the UK and full-time availability
• PECS, Makaton, BSL or AAC training (desirable)
• Level 2/3 Supporting Teaching & Learning qualification (desirable)
• MAPA, Team-Teach, or similar de-escalation training (desirable)
What we offer
- Free access to CPD and safeguarding training
- Dedicated consultant and ongoing support
Compliance and safeguarding:
This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS (child and adult workforce), satisfactory references, and full compliance with KCSIE (2025) guidance and safer recruitment standards. Overseas police checks may be required where applicable. Educato Limited is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Educato Limited acts as an employment business in relation to this vacancy.