New Directions are seeking experienced SEND Teaching Assistants to work within specialist SEND schools across Trafford working within a trust, supporting children aged 3–11 with a range of complex needs. These roles are available to start ASAP, with both full-time, long-term placements and flexible day-to-day supply opportunities available. This is ideal for experienced Teaching Assistants looking for consistent work or those who prefer to work a few days per week.
Candidates must have previous experience supporting pupils with SEND in a school setting and understand how to adapt their approach to meet individual needs.
The Role
Supporting children with a range of complex learning and developmental needs.
Providing 1:1 and small group support, depending on individual pupil requirements.
Supporting pupils with autism, communication difficulties, learning disabilities and sensory needs.
Helping pupils access learning through adapted activities and resources appropriate to their developmental level.
Using visual aids, communication systems and structured routines to support understanding and engagement.
Supporting pupils with their social and emotional development, communication and independence.
Promoting positive behaviour and helping pupils regulate their emotions.
Supporting personal care where required, in line with individual care plans and school procedures.
Working closely with teachers, therapists and the wider school team to provide consistent support.
Following individual education, behaviour and care plans to meet each pupil’s needs.
The Candidate
Previous experience supporting children with SEND in a primary school setting is essential.
Experience working in a specialist SEND school or provision is highly desirable.
Experience supporting pupils with complex needs, autism, communication difficulties or learning disabilities is beneficial.
Confident providing 1:1 support and adapting activities to suit individual learning needs.
Understanding of visual supports and alternative communication methods is advantageous.
Comfortable supporting personal care where required.
Patient, consistent and able to build positive relationships with pupils.
Confident supporting behaviour and responding calmly to challenging situations.
Able to follow individual support plans and work effectively as part of a team.
Strong understanding of safeguarding and pupil wellbeing.
A complete CV history is required, with any employment gaps clearly explained.
What New Directions Education Ltd offers:
A dedicated and expert Account Manager
Regular and varied supply work
Competitive rates of pay
Potential long-term teaching roles
Full compliance with the Agency Workers Regulation (AWR)
A network of branches across the UK
Preferred supplier to more than 20 boroughs across the UK
Recommend-a-friend scheme
Respected reputation across the education and recruitment industry
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