Learning Support Assistant in Middleton

• Middleton, Greater Manchester
• Teaching Personnel
• Teaching Personnel is seeking a compassionate and committed

SEN Classroom Assistant to join a welcoming specialist primary school in Middleton.

This dedicated provision supports pupils aged

3-11 with a variety of additional learning needs, providing a nurturing and inclusive environment where every child is encouraged to reach their full potential.

With a strong focus on personalised learning, the school works to remove barriers to education and celebrates every achievement along the way.

As an SEN Classroom Assistant, you will work alongside teachers and support staff to provide tailored support both inside and outside the classroom.

You will play a key role in helping pupils build confidence, develop independence, and achieve important educational and personal milestones.

• Provide 1:1 support and assist small groups of pupils.
• Support the delivery of personalised learning activities tailored to individual needs.
• Encourage positive behaviour and active participation in lessons.
• Promote pupils' social, emotional, and communication development.
• Help children overcome barriers to learning and work towards their individual targets.
• Collaborate effectively with teachers, families, and external professionals to achieve the best possible outcomes for pupils.

This specialist primary school is committed to meeting the unique needs of every child through a flexible, child-centred approach.

The school benefits from strong partnerships within a wider learning community, creating valuable opportunities for inclusion and collaboration.

Staff are passionate about creating a safe, supportive, and engaging environment where every child feels valued and empowered to succeed.

We are looking for someone who

• Has experience working with children, ideally within an SEN or educational setting.
• Is willing to support with personal care when required.
• Demonstrates patience, empathy, and a proactive attitude.
• Possesses strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Can adapt to the diverse needs of pupils.
• Has a genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs.
• Holds relevant qualifications (desirable but not essential).
• Competitive weekly pay through PAYE.
• Access to ongoing CPD and training opportunities.
• Dedicated support from a specialist consultant throughout your placement.
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent positions.
• The chance to make a real and lasting difference in the lives of children.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay.

This advert is for a temporary position.

In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with Df E statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training.

All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

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