SEN Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant - Secondary Schools (Stockport)

We are currently recruiting dedicated SEN Teaching Assistants to support pupils with additional needs across a range of mainstream secondary schools in Stockport, including Cheadle, Bramhall, Hazel Grove, Heaton Chapel, Reddish, and Offerton.

This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who are passionate about supporting young people-whether you have prior school-based experience, SEN experience, or transferable skills from backgrounds such as care, youth work, support work, or psychology.

The Role

As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with Special Educational Needs

• Support students in engaging with learning and building confidence

• Assist the class teacher in maintaining a positive and inclusive classroom environment

• Adapt resources and activities to meet individual learning needs

• Promote independence, emotional regulation, and positive behaviour

• Work collaboratively with the SENCo and wider pastoral team

The Ideal Candidate

We welcome applications from candidates who are:

• Experienced in working with children or young people (e.g. education, care, mentoring, youth work, or support roles)

• Confident supporting pupils with SEN, or willing to develop their skills in this area

• Patient, proactive, and relationship-focused

• Able to follow support plans and adapt to a range of needs

• Reliable and committed to making a positive impact

• Available full-time, Monday to Friday (school hours)

A Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant qualification or previous SEN experience is desirable, but not essential.

What We Offer

• Competitive daily pay of £85 - £100, paid weekly via PAYE

• Full-time positions within supportive and welcoming Stockport schools

• Long-term opportunities with potential for career progression

• Access to on-the-job SEN training and specialist CPD

• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant

• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in pupils' lives

Apply Now

If you are a caring and motivated individual looking to start or continue your career as a SEN Teaching Assistant in Stockport, we would love to hear from you.

Please click Apply Now and submit your most up-to-date CV, outlining your relevant experience and qualifications.

Additional Information:

• All applicants must have the appropriate qualifications and training for this role

• Pay rates include 12.07% statutory holiday pay.

• This is a temporary position, with potential for permanent opportunities.

• We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All candidates will undergo safeguarding checks in line with DfE guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education, which may include online searches.

• All candidates must hold or be willing to obtain a valid Enhanced DBS check, with full support provided.

• FREE child protection and Prevent Duty training is available to all registered candidates.