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Are you interested in supporting children with additional needs?

Do you want to gain experience with children who have SEN?

We have schools throughout Trafford that specialises within SEN who are searching for compassionate SEN Teaching Assistants to support pupils with complex learning needs.

Benefits of working as a SEN Teaching Assistant through Teaching Personnel

Competitive rates of pay
Comprehensive Training and Development.
Work term time only
Working closely with students to encourage positive learning.
Responsibilities of an SEN Teaching Assistant:

Provide 1:1 support to pupils with complex needs and assist pupils to understand instructions.
Assist in implementing individual learning.
Support children during social activities and outings.
Encourage communication and look after their physical/personal needs.
Work with the teacher and SEN team to create a positive learning environment.
Prepare and provide learning materials.
Requirements of an SEN Teaching Assistant:

Be patient and understanding.
Be adaptable in any give situation.
Develop strong and positive relationships with children.
Committed to working as part of a team.
If you want to be a part of a team which develops pupils life long opportunities, please send you CV to

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 DfE 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. Full assistance provided.

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