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SEN Teaching Assistant

Job Posted: 14 days ago

Salary: £ 475 - 550 /
Job Type: Contract
Location: Stockport, Greater Manchester

Expire in: 13 days

Job Description

Experienced SEN Teaching Assistant - Stockport(Full-Time)

Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant 
Location: Stockport, Greater Manchester
Start Date: Monday 13th March 2026
Contract Type: Full-time, Temp to Perm
Salary: Competitive, based on experience and responsibilities
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm

About the School

We are working with a welcoming and inclusive SEN school in Stockport that supports students aged 11-19 with a range of additional needs. The school is committed to providing a nurturing, structured, and positive environment where every learner can achieve their potential.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Teaching Assistant who is passionate about supporting young people with special educational needs to make a meaningful difference every day.

What We're Looking For:

A SEN Teaching Assistant who can/has:

Provide tailored 1:1 and small group support to pupils with additional needs, including SEMH.
Assist teachers in delivering engaging lessons and differentiated learning activities.
Promote positive behaviour, routines, and emotional regulation strategies.
Help track progress and work closely with teachers, support staff, and families to ensure consistency in support.
Encourage independence, resilience, and confidence in learners across the secondary age range.
Previous experience working with children or young people with SEN and/or SEMH needs (school, care, or youth setting).
A calm, patient, and proactive approach to supporting learning and managing behaviour.
Strong communication and teamwork skills to build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
Knowledge of SEN and SEMH strategies, with the ability to adapt to individual needs.
Relevant qualifications in education, care, or support are desirable but not essential.To be eligible you must:

Right to work in the UK.
Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply).
Two professional references (preferably from child-related roles).If you're an experienced Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding opportunity in a supportive SEN secondary school, we'd love to hear from you!

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency for this vacancy. Safeguarding and child protection are at the heart of everything we do - all candidates must undergo the relevant checks before starting work.

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