We work in partnership with a range of local primary schools, including maintained community schools and schools within supportive Multi-Academy Trusts, who are looking for committed individuals to provide long-term support for pupils with additional needs and barriers to learning.
These are full-time, long-term positions, typically continuing for the duration of the academic year, giving you the opportunity to become a consistent part of the school community and make a genuine difference to the pupils you support.
The Role
You could be working 1:1, with small groups or providing additional support within the classroom, depending on the needs of identified pupils. Pupils may have needs including:
Autism / ASD
Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs
ADHD
Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN)
Emotional regulation difficulties
Wider barriers to learning and engagement
Your role will be centred around helping pupils access learning, build confidence and independence and reach their true potential. This could include supporting:
Engagement and participation within the classroom
Attainment gaps through targeted 1:1 and small-group work
Communication and interaction
Emotional regulation and positive behaviour
Confidence, independence and relationships with education
Access to learning through adapted activities and individualised support
You will work closely with class teachers, SENDCOs and wider school teams, responding flexibly to the needs of the pupils you support.
Who Are We Looking For?
We are looking for people who have previous experience working with children or young people, either within a school, nursery, childcare, private or voluntary setting.
You don't necessarily need extensive classroom experience, but you must be able to demonstrate relevant experience working with children and a genuine passion for SEND and inclusive education.
We are particularly interested in people who are:
Passionate about supporting children with SEND and committed to helping every pupil reach their true potential
Resilient in nature, understanding that progress can look different for every child
Patient, calm and consistent when supporting pupils who may find communication, learning or emotional regulation challenging
Flexible and adaptable, able to respond positively to the changing needs of pupils and the wider classroom
Proactive, with the confidence to build relationships and become an active member of the school team
Committed to providing the consistency and stability that pupils with additional needs often benefit from
What We Can Offer
£95-£110 per day
Monday-Friday, term time only
Long-term, consistent placements
Roles likely to continue for the duration of the academic year
Primary schools across Didsbury and South Manchester
Opportunities to build valuable, sustained SEND experience
If you have experience working with children and are looking for a role where you can make a meaningful difference to pupils who need additional support to thrive at school, apply today to discuss our current SEND Teaching Assistant opportunities in Didsbury.
Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks
Salary description
£95.00 - £110.00 per day