SEN Academic Support Assistant Greater Manchester | Full-Time (Term Time Only) | Immediate Start | Teaching Personnel
Are you passionate about making a genuine difference in the lives of children and young people with special educational needs?
Teaching Personnel is seeking motivated and compassionate SEN Academic Support Assistants to work within specialist SEN schools across Greater Manchester. You will support pupils with a variety of additional needs, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD), Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), speech and language needs, sensory processing difficulties, and complex learning needs.
This rewarding role offers the opportunity to help students overcome barriers to education, build confidence, develop essential life skills, and achieve meaningful academic progress within supportive and inclusive school environments.
The Role
As an SEN Academic Support Assistant, you will play a key role in helping pupils access learning and reach their individual potential. Working closely with teaching staff, therapists, and SEN professionals, you will provide tailored support that enables students to engage positively in education and achieve their personalised targets.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide academic support to pupils on a 1:1 basis and within small-group interventions.
- Adapt learning materials and activities to suit individual learning styles and needs.
- Support pupils in developing literacy, numeracy, communication, and social skills.
- Assist teachers in delivering engaging and accessible lessons.
- Help implement and monitor Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) targets.
- Encourage positive behaviour, emotional regulation, and independence.
- Build trusting and supportive relationships with pupils who may have experienced challenges in education.
- Monitor progress and provide feedback to teaching staff.
- Support pupils during enrichment activities, educational visits, and unstructured times throughout the school day.
- Promote a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment where every pupil can succeed.
Who We're Looking For
We welcome applications from individuals who are passionate about supporting young people and helping them thrive.
Essential Requirements
- Experience working with children, young people, or vulnerable individuals.
- A positive, patient, and resilient attitude.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
- Ability to remain calm and adaptable in a dynamic school environment.
- Experience supporting individuals with Autism, ADHD, SEMH needs, learning difficulties, or communication difficulties.
We Offer:
- Competitive weekly pay through PAYE with no umbrella company deductions.
- Full-time, long-term opportunities across Greater Manchester SEN schools.
- Immediate and ongoing positions available.
- Access to free and discounted CPD training
- A dedicated specialist consultant providing ongoing support and guidance.
- Opportunities to gain experience in a wide range of specialist provisions.
- Potential routes into permanent school contracts.
- Flexible opportunities to develop your career within SEN education.
SEN Academic Support Assistant employer: Teaching Personnel Ltd
Teaching Personnel Ltd is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture that prioritises the professional growth of its staff. Located in Wolverhampton, this role provides unique opportunities to make a meaningful impact on students' lives while collaborating with dedicated colleagues and engaging with the community. With a commitment to high standards and continuous development, employees can thrive in an environment that values innovation and integrity.
