SEND Support Assistant

SEND Support Assistant – SEND School (Trafford)

Location: Trafford
Salary: £107 - £120 Per Day
Duration: Full-time, Long-term (Immediate start)

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Are you passionate about supporting children with complex needs and making a real difference in their education? We are seeking a dedicated SEND Support Assistant to join a specialist school in Trafford. This long-term role involves providing tailored support to secondary-aged pupils working at primary levels due to their additional needs.

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The Role

As a SEND Support Assistant, you will:

• Provide 1:1 and group support to students with complex needs, ensuring their learning and well-being are prioritised.
• Work closely with the class teacher to implement individualised education plans (IEPs).
• Assist in delivering engaging and differentiated activities suited to pupils’ needs and abilities.
• Use strategies to support communication, such as Makaton, PECs, or similar methods (training provided if needed).
• Help create a nurturing and inclusive learning environment to foster pupils' social, emotional, and academic development.
• Provide support during break times and transitions to ensure students feel safe and supported throughout the day.

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Requirements

We are looking for a candidate who:

• Has experience working with children or young people with SEND, particularly those with complex needs.
• Is empathetic, patient, and passionate about supporting students to overcome barriers to learning.
• Possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Is proactive, adaptable, and works well as part of a team.
• Relevant qualifications (e.g., Level 2/3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning) are desirable but not essential.

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How to Apply

If you’re passionate about helping children with SEND reach their full potential, we’d love to hear from you!

Please send your CV and a brief cover letter to info@foreverteaching.co.uk.

Alternatively, call us on 0161 327 4385 to discuss this exciting opportunity further.

Support, inspire, and make a difference – apply today!

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Safeguarding Statement

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Forever Teaching is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff, candidates and partner schools to share this commitment.

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This role involves working with children and may constitute regulated activity. The successful applicant will be required to undergo all safer recruitment and pre-employment checks in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), including an Enhanced DBS check (with Children's Barred List check where applicable), verification of identity, right to work, employment history, qualifications, references and any other relevant safeguarding checks.

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This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore all relevant convictions, cautions and other information that are not protected must be declared. Any disclosures will be considered fairly and in accordance with our Safer Recruitment, Rehabilitation of Offenders and Data Protection policies.

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Forever Teaching is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified individuals.

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