SEN Teaching Assistant Job

SEN Teaching Assistant - Full-Time Role in Trafford Secondary SEN School

Your New Company

Hays Education is recruiting on behalf of a highly respected special educational needs (SEN) school in Trafford, Greater Manchester. This specialist provision supports students aged 11-19 with a wide range of complex needs, including autism spectrum condition (ASC), moderate to severe learning difficulties (MLD/SLD), social, emotional and mental health needs (SEMH), and physical disabilities. The school is purpose-built with modern facilities such as sensory rooms, therapy spaces, and accessible classrooms. It is known for its inclusive ethos, strong leadership, and a dedicated team of staff who work collaboratively to provide a safe, nurturing, and aspirational learning environment. Hays Education has been a trusted name in education recruitment for over 25 years, working with hundreds of schools across Greater Manchester to place teachers and support staff in rewarding roles.

Your New Job

We are currently recruiting for a Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teaching Assistant to join this Trafford-based SEN school in September. This is a full-time, long-term role ideal for someone passionate about supporting students with additional needs. Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting students with ASC, SLD, SEMH, and other complex needs
• Assisting with classroom activities and differentiated learning
• Providing 1:1 and small group support
• Supporting personal care and mobility where required
• Promoting positive behaviour and emotional regulation
• Creating a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment

What You'll Need to Succeed

To be successful in this SEN Teaching Assistant role, you should have:

• Experience working with children or young people with special educational needs (in schools, care, or youth settings)
• A calm, patient, and empathetic approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A relevant qualification (e.g. CACHE Level 2/3, or equivalent) is desirable
• An enhanced DBS on the update service, or willingness to apply through Hays

What You'll Get in Return

• A rewarding opportunity to support students with complex needs
• Competitive daily pay and holiday entitlement
• Ongoing support from a dedicated Hays Education consultant
• Access to free CPD training and career development opportunities
• A chance to work in a well-resourced and supportive SEN school in Trafford

What You Need to Do Now

It's not too late to register! Hays Education places candidates right up until schools close for summer, and we're available throughout the holidays to support you with last-minute vacancies and new opportunities. If you're interested in this SEN Teaching Assistant job in Trafford, click 'apply now' to upload your CV, or contact the Hays Education team for more information. If this role isn't quite right for you, but you're looking for a new position in education, we'd love to hear from you for a confidential discussion about your career.

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