New Directions are seeking an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant to support children with complex and additional needs within specialist and resource-based provisions across Greater Manchester. These roles are available to start ASAP, with full-time, long-term placements and flexible day-to-day supply work available. Candidates must have previous experience supporting children with SEND in a school setting, ideally within a specialist provision or resource base.
The Role
Providing 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with high levels of need.
Supporting children with autism, communication difficulties, learning disabilities and other complex needs, depending on the setting.
Helping pupils access personalised learning activities suited to their developmental level.
Using visual supports, structured routines and alternative communication methods to promote engagement and understanding.
Supporting emotional regulation, positive behaviour and social development.
Encouraging pupils to develop communication, confidence and independence at their own pace.
Supporting children who may access both a specialist provision and mainstream classroom learning.
Following individual education, behaviour and care plans to ensure consistent support.
Working closely with teachers, SENCOs and other school staff to meet pupils’ individual needs.
Supporting personal care where required and where this forms part of the role and the candidate’s experience.
The Candidate
Previous experience supporting children with SEND in a school setting is essential.
Experience in a specialist SEND school, resource provision or high-needs setting is highly desirable.
Experience supporting pupils with complex needs, autism, non-verbal communication or significant learning difficulties is beneficial.
Confident providing 1:1 support and adapting activities to meet individual needs.
Able to use a patient, flexible and consistent approach.
Confident supporting behaviour and responding calmly to challenging situations.
Understanding of visual supports, communication strategies and individual support plans is advantageous.
Comfortable supporting personal care where required, with appropriate training and guidance.
Strong teamwork, communication and safeguarding awareness.
Reliable, adaptable and available to start ASAP.
These roles are best suited to Teaching Assistants with genuine hands-on SEND experience who can provide consistent, individualised support to pupils with higher levels of need. Candidates must be confident working within a specialist or resource-based environment and following the school’s procedures and individual care plans.
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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