SEN Primary Teaching Assistant

Step Teachers

  • Trafford, Greater Manchester
  • £90-100 per day
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 10 hours ago
SEN Primary Teaching Assistant - provided via Step TeachersPrimary Teaching Assistant - SENLocation: Special Needs primary school, Trafford, Greater Manchester.
Daily Rate: £90-£100/day.
Equal Pay to Permanent Staff from Week 13.
Paid via PAYE-no umbrella companies!
Contract: Temp‑to‑Perm, Full Time.
Start Date: ASAP.Free CPD - via Step, The National College & Creative Education.Step Perks - 24hr GP & counselling. Shop, gym & cinema discounts.Referral bonus - earn £100 (T&Cs apply).Dedicated service - Support from seasoned consultants with over a decade of local experience.This exceptional primary setting offers specialist support for children aged roughly 2 to 11 with complex learning needs, including moderate to profound learning difficulties. Many of their pupils also have co-occurring diagnoses such as autism, physical disabilities, sensory impairments, Down Syndrome, or ADHD. The school fosters a warm, welcoming community, where "achievement for all" and "enjoyment in learning for life" are central to everything the team does.Why You'll Love Working Here
  • The school prides itself on outstanding, innovative practice and a vibrant atmosphere-where happy, engaged pupils and smiling staff are everyday hallmarks.
  • A highly personalised curriculum ensures every child receives tailored support. Staff are well-trained and deeply experienced, fostering strong partnerships between school and home.
  • An outstanding Ofsted rating underlines the school's commitment to excellence.
What They Offer You
  • Integration into a trusting environment that values professional development, wellbeing, and high‑quality SEN provision.
  • A role in a community known for its caring ethos, personalised approach, and inclusive learning environment.
  • A calm, well-resourced setting where your expertise will directly contribute to each child's progress and confidence.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Provide hands-on support for children with SEN in both group and one‑to‑one contexts.
  • Assist with personal care needs-ensuring dignity, comfort, and safety for all learners.
  • Support behaviour management using strategies like Team Teach (preferred).
  • Collaborate with the teaching team, therapists, and families to deliver bespoke learning and care plans.
  • Celebrate each child's achievements and nurture their self-esteem and independence.
What You'll Need to Apply:
  • At least some prior experience as a Teaching Assistant working with primary-aged pupils with SEN.
  • Confidence and ability to deliver personal care as required.
  • Team Teach behaviour management certification highly preferred.
  • A CV highlighting up to 10 years of relevant experience.
  • Proof of your right to work in the UK along with a current address.
  • Enhanced DBS or willingness to obtain one.
  • References from the last two years, including at least one that shows work with children.
Apply Today for this SEN Primary Teaching Assistant role!If you're passionate about supporting primary-aged children with SEN in a setting that celebrates individuality, learning, and growth-send your application now. Join a team where your dedication will make a profound difference to young lives in Trafford.Why Step Teachers?With a rich history spanning over two decades, our teacher recruitment agency proudly serves North London, East London, Hertfordshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Oxfordshire, Cornwall, Devon and Greater Manchester. We foster exclusive relationships with schools and academies in these regions. Our dedicated team, stationed in branches across Barnet, Havering, Norwich, Cambridge, Abingdon, and Plymouth, is committed to supporting and nurturing teachers. Explore rewarding opportunities with our trusted education recruitment services.Step Teachers, an approved Crown Commercial Service supplier, adheres to REC (Recruitment & Employment Confederation) standards for safeguarding children. Upon registration, candidates undergo enhanced DBS checks, full reference verifications, and eligibility confirmations.Your weekly pay is processed through PAYE. Additionally, you gain access to a range of exclusive deals, including discounted high street shopping, travel offers, gym memberships, and more. Moreover, our pay portal offers comprehensive physical and emotional well-being services as standard, ensuring your overall wellness is taken care of.Recommend a friend to receive a £100 Amazon voucher for yourself, and a chance for you both to win a holiday worth up to £1000 - If you know anyone who is looking for temporary, permanent or supply work then get in touch with us today!

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