SLD Teaching Assistant – Severe Learning Difficulties
| Company: | senploy |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £112.59 to £112.59 a day |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | OL1 1LF |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Posting date: | 20 Oct 2026 |
| Closing date: | 16 Nov 2026 |
Summary
SLD Teaching Assistant - Severe Learning Difficulties
Location: Oldham, Manchester
Contract: Temporary
Full time/Part time: Full time, 8:30am to 3:40pm, Monday to Friday
Pay: From £112.59 per day
Start date: 2nd November 2026
Expected end date: 17th July 2027
Educato is working in partnership with a welcoming and supportive SEND school in Oldham, who are looking to appoint a compassionate and dedicated Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD) Teaching Assistant.
This is an excellent opportunity for a Teaching Assistant who is passionate about supporting pupils with severe learning difficulties to access meaningful learning experiences, develop essential life skills and achieve their individual goals. You'll be joining a specialist setting where learning is tailored to each pupil's abilities, with a strong focus on communication, engagement, independence and personal development.
The Role
As an SLD Teaching Assistant, you will:
- Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with severe learning difficulties and additional SEND.
- Help deliver personalised learning activities that are appropriate to each pupil's developmental level and individual learning goals.
- Support pupils to develop communication, social interaction, self-help and everyday life skills.
- Break down learning activities into manageable steps to encourage engagement, understanding and progress.
- Use visual aids, practical resources and sensory activities to support learning and participation.
- Assist with personal care, including toileting, feeding and hygiene, where required.
- Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists and other support staff to create a positive, inclusive and supportive learning environment.
We're Looking For
- Previous experience supporting children or young people with severe learning difficulties, significant SEND or complex learning needs.
- An understanding of differentiated learning and the importance of adapting activities to suit individual abilities.
- A patient, encouraging and resilient approach, with the ability to celebrate small steps of progress.
- Confidence supporting personal care, where required, and following individual care plans.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- A genuine passion for helping pupils develop their communication, confidence, independence and everyday life skills.
Why Register with Educato?
- Competitive rates of pay, from £112.59 per day.
- Dedicated consultant supporting you throughout your placement.
- Opportunities in SEND schools, mainstream schools with specialist provisions and alternative provisions.
- Long-term, permanent and daily supply opportunities available.
- Recommend a friend scheme.
- Ongoing support throughout your career.
Whether you're an experienced SLD Teaching Assistant or have a strong background supporting pupils with significant learning difficulties and additional needs, we'd love to hear from you.
How to Apply:
If you're ready to take the next step, we'd love to hear from you!
Apply today with your CV.
Compliance and Safeguarding
This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check (child/child and adult workforce), satisfactory references, and full compliance with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE 2026) 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.