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SEND Teaching Assistant

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About this role

Cover People is recruiting a SEND Teaching Assistant for a well-regarded special needs school in Stretford, Trafford. This is a full-time, long-term role, 8:30am to 3:30pm, which could become temp-to-perm, paid £95 to £115 per day depending on experience. You will support primary-aged pupils with complex needs, Autism, communication difficulties and SEMH, building positive relationships and helping pupils manage emotions and behaviour. The role involves using proactive strategies to prevent and de-escalate challenging situations, adapting lessons and activities to make learning accessible, and encouraging confidence, independence and positive engagement. You will work alongside teachers, therapists, parents and other professionals.

Job Description

Cover People need you!

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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Or click APPLY below to send your CV.

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