Teaching Assistant – SEN (Complex Needs)

About the role

We are seeking a compassionate Teaching Assistant to support pupils with complex Special Educational Needs in a specialist SEN school in Eccles. You will work closely with the class teacher and multidisciplinary team to deliver personalised learning and promote an inclusive environment.

Key responsibilities

• Provide classroom‑based support to pupils with a range of complex SEN.
• Assist pupils with learning, communication, social development and independence.
• Use visual aids, sensory resources and communication strategies such as PECS and Makaton.
• Support personal care and mobility needs where required.
• Collaborate with teachers and the wider team to implement individual education plans.

Required profile

• Experience working with children or young people with SEN and complex needs, or transferable experience from care, support or youth work.
• Patient, caring, resilient and able to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to provide personal care and support mobility.
• Hold an Enhanced Child and Adult DBS (or be willing to obtain one).

Required skills

• Knowledge of PECS, Makaton or visual timetables.
• Manual handling competence and/or Team Teach training (desirable).
• Understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures.

What we offer

• Daily rate of £110‑£120, dependent on experience.
• Temporary to long‑term contract starting September 2026.
• Supportive, specialist environment focused on pupil development.