SEND Teaching Assistant in Stretford

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SEND Primary Teaching Assistant

Stretford, Trafford

Full-time 8:30am-3:30pm

Long-term - could be Temp-to-Perm

£95–£115 per day DOE

Are you passionate about helping children with additional needs reach their full potential?

Looking for a rewarding SEND role in a supportive specialist school? Cover People are recruiting an enthusiastic and committed Primary SEND Teaching Assistant for a well-regarded special needs school in Stretford, Trafford.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join an established team, gain valuable experience and make a genuine difference to children who need additional support.

The Role

• Support primary-aged pupils with complex needs, Autism, communication difficulties and SEMH.

• Build positive relationships and help pupils manage emotions and behaviour.

• Use proactive strategies to prevent and de-escalate challenging situations.

• Adapt lessons and activities to make learning accessible.

• Encourage confidence, independence and positive engagement.

• Work alongside teachers, therapists, parents and other professionals.

• Help create a safe, welcoming and inclusive classroom.

About the School

• Welcoming and nurturing primary special school in Stretford, Trafford.

• Catering for young people with Autism, Complex Needs, SEMH etc.

• Personalised, engaging curriculum tailored to individual needs.

• Strong focus on communication, independence, confidence and wellbeing.

• Close partnerships with families and external professionals.

• Training and development opportunities for supply staff.

• Free on-site parking and good public transport links across Trafford and South Manchester.

What's in It for You?

• £95–£115 per day, depending on experience.

• Full-time, long-term opportunity with temp-to-perm potential.

• Supportive management and an established staff team.

• Dedicated Cover People consultant throughout your placement.

• Welcoming, inclusive and positive working environment.

• Valuable SEND experience and opportunities to develop new skills.

• The chance to make a real difference every day.

What We're Looking For

• Experience supporting primary-aged children with SEND or additional needs.

• Ideally, experience with Autism, complex needs, communication or behavioural needs.

• Patient, adaptable and confident supporting individual needs.

• Positive, reliable and passionate about helping children progress.

What we need from you

• Up-to-date CV covering your education and employment history.

• Right to Work and proof of UK address.

• DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one.

• At least two professional references.

• Overseas police check, where applicable.

APPLY NOW!

Ready to take the next step in your SEND career?

Contact Graham Warner at Cover People Manchester:

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All applicants must meet the relevant requirements and successfully complete Cover People's compliance and safeguarding checks.