SEN Teaching Assistant

CV-LibraryStockport, Greater ManchestertemporaryPosted: 4 March 2026
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SEN Teaching Assistant
Stockport
Full Time | ASAP Start | Agency Placement

Are you an experienced and compassionate Teaching Assistant looking to support secondary-aged students with complex special educational needs?

We are recruiting for a full-time SEN Teaching Assistant to work within a specialist setting in Stockport, supporting secondary-age pupils with a range of complex needs.

This role is initially offered through an agency, with potential for longer-term opportunities for the right candidate.

The Role:

Supporting students with complex SEND needs

Working 1:1 and in small groups

Assisting with differentiated and personalised learning programmes

Supporting communication, sensory and emotional regulation needs

Providing personal care, including toileting and hygiene support where required

Encouraging independence, dignity and confidence

Working collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs and external professionals

The Ideal Candidate:

Proven experience working with secondary-aged students with complex needs

Comfortable and experienced in providing personal care

Calm, patient and resilient

Strong behaviour management and communication skills

Experience within a specialist SEN school or alternative provision is highly desirable

Relevant TA qualification (Level 2/3 or equivalent) is advantageous

What's On Offer:

Full-time hours

Competitive agency pay rates

Ongoing CPD opportunities

Support from both the school and agency

Potential for a long-term or permanent opportunity

If you are a dedicated SEN professional committed to supporting young people with additional needs to reach their full potential, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today for an ASAP start

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