Supply Teaching Assistant – Special Needs (Manchester)

About the role

Join a network of schools across Greater Manchester as a Supply Teaching Assistant, supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and Social, Emotional & Mental Health (SEMH) requirements. This flexible, day‑to‑day role allows you to work in a variety of primary and secondary settings without the pressure of lesson planning or marking.

Key responsibilities

• Provide classroom support to pupils with SEND or SEMH needs.
• Adapt quickly to different school environments and pupil requirements.
• Assist teachers in delivering tailored educational activities.
• Maintain a positive, patient, and resilient attitude throughout the day.

Required profile

• Experience supporting children with SEND or SEMH in a school or care setting.
• Relevant qualifications are beneficial (e.g., TA Level 2/3, Makaton, BSL, Team Teach).
• Passion for helping children with additional needs.
• Ability to work independently and adapt to varied settings.

Required skills

What we offer

• Flexible supply work – choose when and where you work.
• Exposure to a wide range of specialist settings.
• Weekly pay with holiday entitlement, up to £125 per day.
• Opportunity to build a network for future permanent roles.