SEN Teaching Assistant - Salford

SEN Teaching Assistant Job - Primary PRU | Location: Salford, Greater Manchester | Job Type: Full-Time, Temporary | Sector: SEN Education | Salary: Competitive Daily Rate (£95 - £120)

Your New Company

Hays Education is proud to be working in partnership with a well-regarded Primary Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) in Greater Manchester. This specialist setting supports children with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs, offering a nurturing and structured environment to help pupils thrive. Due to increasing demand, the school is seeking a dedicated and resilient SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team.

Your New Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting pupils with additional needs, both in and out of the classroom. You will work closely with teaching staff to deliver tailored interventions, manage challenging behaviour, and promote positive learning experiences. This is a full-time, long-term role with the potential to become permanent for the right candidate. Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting pupils with SEMH and behavioural needs on a 1:1 and small group basis
• Assisting with the implementation of individual education plans (IEPs)
• Promoting emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies
• Collaborating with teachers, therapists, and external agencies
• Creating a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment

What You'll Need to Succeed

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Experience working with children with SEN, particularly SEMH or behavioural needs
• A calm, patient, and empathetic approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil welfare
• A relevant qualification (e.g., Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant or equivalent) is desirable but not essential

What You'll Get in Return

• Competitive daily rate paid weekly
• Temp-to-perm opportunities for long-term career development
• Access to the Hays Education app for easy timesheet management and job alerts
• £250 in high street vouchers for every successful referral you make
• Holiday pay and pension scheme included

What You Need to Do Now

If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people and meet the criteria above, we want to hear from you. Click 'Apply Now' to submit your CV or contact Hays Education today to discuss this job in more detail.

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