1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant - Primary School - Middleton
Location: Middleton, Greater Manchester
Role: 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant
Start Date: ASAP
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm
Contract: Full-time, Term Time Only
Pay: £90-£110 per day (dependent on experience)
Aspire People are currently seeking a compassionate and skilled 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant to join a friendly primary school in Middleton. This is a fantastic opportunity to support a Year 1 pupil with autism and additional complex needs.
You'll be working closely with the pupil to assist in their learning, emotional development, and everyday classroom activities. If you're dedicated to helping children succeed and thrive, we want to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities:
-Offer dedicated 1:1 support throughout the school day
-Assist with classwork and learning tasks assigned by the teacher
-Help foster communication, social skills, and emotional regulation
-Support the pupil during transitions and maintain routine structure
-Provide personal care when necessary
-Follow and implement strategies set by the teacher and SENCO
-Track progress and offer feedback to school staff
-Encourage positive behaviour and engagement in lessons
-Adhere to safeguarding policies at all times
Essential Requirements:
-Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification
-Experience working in a UK primary school
-Experience supporting children with autism and additional needs
-Comfortable assisting with personal care tasks
-A calm, patient, and nurturing approach
-Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one
-Right to work in the UK
Desirable Experience:
-Experience in a 1:1 support role
-Autism-specific training or expertise
-Team Teach or behaviour management training
-Good understanding of SEN support strategies
What the School Offers:
-A supportive and welcoming SEN team
-A friendly and inclusive school environment
-Ongoing support from experienced leadership
-Long-term position with potential for extension
-A role that allows you to make a real difference in a child's education
Apply Now!
If you're a passionate Teaching Assistant seeking a rewarding SEN role, apply today! Natalie from Aspire People will be in touch.
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
