At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children with special educational needs in a variety of settings.
- Company: Engage Education, a specialist education recruitment agency in Manchester.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, local opportunities, and dedicated consultant support.
- Other info: Join a supportive network and access ongoing training and career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while developing your SEN experience.
- Qualifications: Must be Team Teach trained with experience in SEN or related fields.
The predicted salary is between 23990 - 29321 £ per year.
Are you Team Teach trained and looking for your next SEN role? We're currently recruiting Team Teach trained Teaching Assistants, Behaviour Mentors, Learning Support Assistants and SEN Support Workers to work across a number of specialist schools and SEN provisions in M20 and the surrounding Manchester areas. If you have experience supporting children or young people with SEND, SEMH, challenging behaviour or complex needs, we'd love to hear from you.
The role involves working within a specialist SEN school, alternative provision or dedicated SEND setting, supporting pupils to access learning and develop their confidence, independence and emotional wellbeing. Your responsibilities may include:
- Supporting pupils with SEND, SEMH and behavioural needs
- Providing 1:1 and small-group support
- Supporting positive behaviour and emotional regulation
- Using de-escalation and positive behaviour strategies
- Working closely with teachers, SENCOs and wider support teams
- Helping pupils engage with learning and build independence
- Following individual behaviour and support plans
- Creating a safe, calm and supportive environment
We're particularly interested in candidates who have:
- Current Team Teach training - essential for some of our roles
- Experience working within SEN, SEMH, PRU, AP or specialist school settings
- Experience supporting challenging behaviour or complex needs
- A calm, patient and resilient approach
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- A genuine passion for supporting children and young people
- An enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one
We'd love to hear from experienced Teaching Assistants, Behaviour Mentors, Support Workers, Youth Workers, Care Workers and other professionals with relevant experience.
Why work with us? We can offer:
- Local SEN opportunities across Manchester and Greater Manchester
- Long-term and permanent positions
- Competitive rates of pay
- Dedicated consultant support
- A straightforward registration process
- Regular support throughout your placement
- Opportunities to develop your SEN experience
- Access to relevant training and CPD
- The opportunity to work in a range of specialist settings
About Engage Education: Engage Education is a specialist education recruitment agency with a dedicated team based in Manchester. We work closely with schools across Manchester and Greater Manchester, building strong relationships with Headteachers, SENCOs and school leaders and connecting them with the right education professionals. Because our team is locally based, we understand the schools and settings across the area and can match you with opportunities that genuinely suit your experience, skills and career goals. We're not about simply placing you into the first available role. We want to get to know you, understand what you're looking for and find the right school and opportunity for you.
If you're Team Teach trained and looking for your next SEN opportunity in M20, Didsbury, Withington, Chorlton, Wythenshawe, South Manchester or the surrounding areas, apply today. Join our Manchester candidate network and let us help you find your next opportunity.
Team Teach Trained SEN Support Staff in Didsbury employer: Engage Education
Engage Education is an exceptional employer for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with Special Educational Needs. With competitive pay, full-time opportunities, and a supportive work culture, employees benefit from ongoing professional development and access to specialist training. Located in Trafford and Manchester, our dedicated team fosters a nurturing environment where staff can grow and thrive while positively impacting young people's educational journeys.
