SEN Teaching Assistant

SEND Teaching Assistants – Specialist Schools (SEMH / SEND)
Location: Greater Manchester (including Stockport, Manchester, Salford, Trafford and surrounding areas)
Salary: Competitive, paid weekly
Start Date: January

Are you a compassionate and resilient Teaching Assistant with experience supporting children with SEND or Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs?

TeacherActive is currently recruiting experienced SEND Teaching Assistants to work in a range of specialist schools and alternative provisions. These settings support pupils with a variety of additional needs, including challenging behaviours, autism, ADHD, trauma, and communication difficulties.

This role is ideal for someone who:

• Has previous experience working with pupils with SEND and/or SEMH

• Is confident using de-escalation strategies and working in emotionally responsive ways

• Can build trusting relationships with pupils who may have experienced adversity

• Has worked in specialist settings, PRUs, alternative provisions, or in 1:1 support roles

• Understands the importance of safeguarding and consistent behaviour support

Your Role May Include:

• Supporting students with EHCPs in and out of class

• Working 1:1 with pupils with complex behavioural needs

• Delivering structured interventions or mentoring support

• Promoting positive behaviour, emotional regulation and learning engagement

• Working closely with SENCOs, therapists and class teachers

We Offer:

• Weekly pay and flexible working arrangements

• Placements tailored to your experience and location

• Long-term and temp-to-perm opportunities

• A dedicated SEND consultant with sector expertise

• Ongoing support and access to specialist CPD

Apply today if you’re passionate about making a difference in the lives of children who need the most support and want to thrive in a nurturing, specialist environment.

Email [email protected] or phone 01618703623 and ask to speak to Megan.

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.



Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.



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TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.