SEND Teaching Assistant Job in Tameside - Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited : Job Details

SEND Teaching Assistant Level 1 - Tameside - Full-Time - Temporary with the Potential to Become Permanent

Your New Job

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)? We are seeking a dedicated and resilient SEND Teaching Assistant Level 1 to join a thriving special primary school in Tameside. You will support pupils aged 4-11, all of whom have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) and present with complex learning difficulties and autism, or are on the pathway to diagnosis. Your role will involve:

• Providing 1:1 and small group support
• Assisting with personalised learning plans
• Promoting emotional wellbeing and positive behaviour
• Supporting pupils' physical, social and emotional development
• Engaging in outdoor activities in all weather conditions

Your New Company

This successful and happy school is part of a respected multi-academy trust that supports over 700 young people across Greater Manchester. The school is known for its inclusive ethos, strong leadership, and commitment to personalised learning. Located in Tameside, the school offers a warm, welcoming environment where staff are passionate about enriching the lives of SEND pupils. Facilities include:

• Purpose-built sensory and therapy spaces
• Outdoor learning environments
• A collaborative and supportive staff team

What You'll Need to Succeed

• Physically strong and resilient
• Calm, patient, and able to manage challenging behaviour
• Kind, caring, and passionate about SEND education
• Flexible, reliable, and able to work effectively in a team
• Knowledgeable about safeguarding practices
• Experienced (or willing to gain experience) in supporting children with autism and complex needs
• Experience in a school or care setting is desirable but not essential. A willingness to undertake training such as Team Teach and safeguarding is required.

What You'll Get in Return

• Term-time only contract with additional pay or lieu time for INSET days and training
• Access to the Greater Manchester Pension Scheme
• Free on-site parking
• Health plan and wellbeing support
• Career development opportunities
• A fun, dynamic working environment where no two days are the same

What You Need to Do Now

If you're interested in this rewarding SEND Teaching Assistant role in Tameside, click 'Apply Now' to send your CV, or contact the Hays Education team in Manchester for more information. Not quite the right role for you? Get in touch to explore other opportunities in SEND support, teaching assistant roles, and education jobs across Greater Manchester.

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