1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant

1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant - Secondary Schools | Manchester | September 2026

Location: Manchester

Start Date: September 2026

Contract: Short-term and Long-term Opportunities

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Aspire People are recruiting dedicated and compassionate 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistants to support pupils across secondary schools in Manchester from September 2026.

We are looking for enthusiastic Psychology graduates, Educational Psychology graduates, or graduates with experience supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). This is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to gain valuable school-based experience or continue a career supporting young people with additional needs.

The Role

You will work on a 1:1 basis with students who require additional support, helping them to access learning, manage their behaviour, and develop both academically and emotionally. Every child is different, so the ability to adapt your approach and build positive, trusting relationships is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support for students with SEND within the classroom.
• Support pupils academically and emotionally throughout the school day.
• Implement strategies to manage behaviour positively.
• Adapt support to meet each child's individual needs.
• Build strong, professional relationships with students and staff.
• Promote an inclusive, safe, and supportive learning environment.
• Work closely with teachers and the school's SEND team.

Requirements

• A UK Bachelor's degree (Psychology, Educational Psychology or a related subject preferred).
• Previous experience supporting children with SEND through paid employment, university placements, or voluntary work.
• A genuine passion for supporting young people with additional needs.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Reliable, resilient, patient, and adaptable.
• Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).
• References covering the last two years.

Why Join Aspire People?

• A dedicated consultant who specialises in education recruitment.
• Access to a variety of short-term and long-term opportunities across Manchester secondary schools.
• Competitive rates of pay.
• Ongoing support throughout your placement.
• Opportunities to gain valuable experience within education and SEND settings.

If you're passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of young people with SEND and meet the above criteria, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to join Aspire People and begin your next rewarding role in education this September.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.