SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: North Manchester (Blackley, Moston, Crumpsall and surrounding areas)

Contract: Full-time, part-time and temporary

Start date: Flexible

Pay: .00 per day (dependent on experience and qualifications)

Are you passionate about supporting children to achieve their full potential?

Do you have experience working in mainstream or SEN settings, or are you looking to gain valuable school-based experience before progressing into teaching or further education roles?

Premier Education is currently seeking dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistants to work across our partner mainstream and SEN schools in North Manchester. These roles are ideal for graduates, qualified Teaching Assistants, or individuals with relevant childcare or support experience.

Whether you have worked in EYFS, KS1, or KS2, or have experience supporting pupils with additional needs such as ASD, ADHD, SEMH, or speech and language difficulties, we would love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils across mainstream classrooms and/or specialist SEN provisions
• Work closely with the class teacher to deliver tailored learning support
• Provide 1:1 and small group interventions to raise attainment and confidence
• Support pupils with additional learning, communication, or behavioural needs
• Help create engaging learning resources and assist with classroom preparation
• Promote a positive, inclusive, and safe learning environment

Requirements

• A degree (any subject) or a Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant qualification (desirable but not essential)
• Experience working with children in a UK school, tutoring, coaching, care, or youth setting
• A patient, positive, and adaptable approach
• A genuine passion for supporting children with a range of learning needs
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one)
• Strong understanding of safeguarding in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE)

Why work with Premier Education?

• Work with an established, education-focused team that prioritises support and professional development.
• Enjoy access to training, mentoring, and long‑term opportunities in high‑quality schools.
• Make a real impact supporting some of the most vulnerable children in education today.

How to apply:

If you believe you are the right fit for this SEN Teaching Assistant role, please apply today with an updated CV. Michaela is shortlisting on a rolling basis.
Premier Education is a trusted education recruitment agency, proudly supporting schools and educators across the North of England since 2001. We take the time to understand your needs and work hard to find you the right role, every time.

The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and reference checks in line with safer recruitment practices. This role involves safeguarding responsibilities, and the candidate must be committed to promoting the welfare of children and young people.

All applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK. We are unable to offer sponsorship for non‑UK candidates.