New Directions are seeking an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant to support pupils with additional needs within a mainstream primary school in Gorton. This role is available to start ASAP, with full-time, long-term placements and flexible day-to-day supply opportunities available. Candidates must have previous experience supporting children with SEND in a primary school and feel confident providing both 1:1 and classroom support.
The Role
Providing 1:1 support to primary-aged pupils with SEND, helping them access learning and participate in the school day.
Supporting pupils with a range of additional needs, including learning difficulties, communication needs and behavioural challenges.
Working alongside the class teacher to adapt activities and resources to suit individual learning needs.
Helping pupils manage transitions, follow classroom routines and remain engaged in lessons.
Supporting emotional regulation and promoting positive behaviour.
Encouraging independence, confidence and positive relationships with peers.
Working within the school’s SEN resource provision where required, supporting pupils who may spend time between specialist support and mainstream classroom learning.
Following individual support plans and working closely with the class teacher and SENCO.
Providing general classroom assistance when needed.
The Candidate
Previous experience supporting children with SEND in a primary school setting is essential.
Experience providing 1:1 support is highly desirable.
Confident supporting pupils with additional learning needs and challenging behaviour.
Able to adapt their approach to suit individual pupils and changing classroom needs.
Calm, patient and consistent when managing behaviour or supporting pupils who become dysregulated.
Proactive and able to build positive relationships while encouraging independence.
Confident working collaboratively with teachers and other support staff.
Reliable, flexible and available to start ASAP.
Strong understanding of safeguarding and pupil wellbeing.
Candidates must have hands-on SEND experience and be confident stepping into a busy mainstream primary setting. Smart-casual dress is expected, and appropriate trainers are acceptable at this school.
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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