Description
We are seeking a SEND Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a pupil with Down syndrome in a welcoming and inclusive school in Greater Manchester.
Day Rate: £105+ per day dependent on experience and qualifications
Location: Manchester
Position: 1:1 Support Learners with Down's Syndrome
Contract Type: Full Time/Part Time/Long Term/Short Term/Flexible
Hours: School Hours
Start Date: ASAP- After Easter
This role focuses on removing barriers to learning, participation and social inclusion, ensuring the pupil can fully access the curriculum and school environment alongside their peers.
The successful candidate will work collaboratively with teaching staff and the SENCO to implement strategies aligned with the pupil’s Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP), following the principles of the SEND Code of Practice.
About the Role
As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will support the pupil by adapting learning approaches, promoting independence and helping create an inclusive learning environment where every learner can thrive.
You will focus on strengths-based support, enabling the pupil to participate confidently in learning, social activities and wider school life.
The role involves working closely with teachers and specialists to ensure reasonable adjustments and inclusive strategies are implemented effectively.
Key Responsibilities
In this SEND Teaching Assistant role, you will:
• Provide 1:1 support to enable a pupil with Down syndrome to access learning and school activities
• Help remove barriers to participation within the classroom and wider school environment
• Implement strategies outlined within the pupil’s EHCP and SEND support plans
• Adapt classroom activities and learning materials to support inclusive participation
• Support the pupil’s communication, social interaction and independence
• Encourage confidence, self-advocacy and positive peer relationships
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs and external professionals such as speech and language therapists
• Promote a supportive and inclusive classroom culture
About the School
The school is committed to inclusive education and high-quality SEND provision in line with the SEND Code of Practice.
Staff work together to ensure:
• Pupils with SEND can fully participate in school life
• Learning environments are adapted to meet diverse needs
• Pupils are supported to develop confidence, independence and personal strengths
• Families and professionals work collaboratively to support each learner
The school has a strong ethos of inclusion, teamwork and pupil-centred support.
Ideal Candidate Profile
We would love to hear from candidates who:
• Have experience supporting pupils with Down syndrome or learning differences
• Have worked as a SEND Teaching Assistant
• Understand how to create inclusive learning environments
• Are passionate about supporting pupils to overcome barriers to learning
• Have strong communication, patience and relationship-building skills
• Are committed to promoting independence and inclusion
Experience working within mainstream schools, SEND schools, alternative provision or specialist units is highly desirable.
Day Rate: £105+ per day dependent on experience and qualifications
Location: Manchester
Position: 1:1 Support Learners with Down's Syndrome
Contract Type: Full Time/Part Time/Long Term/Short Term/Flexible
Hours: School Hours
Start Date: ASAP- After Easter
This role focuses on removing barriers to learning, participation and social inclusion, ensuring the pupil can fully access the curriculum and school environment alongside their peers.
The successful candidate will work collaboratively with teaching staff and the SENCO to implement strategies aligned with the pupil’s Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP), following the principles of the SEND Code of Practice.
About the Role
As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will support the pupil by adapting learning approaches, promoting independence and helping create an inclusive learning environment where every learner can thrive.
You will focus on strengths-based support, enabling the pupil to participate confidently in learning, social activities and wider school life.
The role involves working closely with teachers and specialists to ensure reasonable adjustments and inclusive strategies are implemented effectively.
Key Responsibilities
In this SEND Teaching Assistant role, you will:
• Provide 1:1 support to enable a pupil with Down syndrome to access learning and school activities
• Help remove barriers to participation within the classroom and wider school environment
• Implement strategies outlined within the pupil’s EHCP and SEND support plans
• Adapt classroom activities and learning materials to support inclusive participation
• Support the pupil’s communication, social interaction and independence
• Encourage confidence, self-advocacy and positive peer relationships
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs and external professionals such as speech and language therapists
• Promote a supportive and inclusive classroom culture
About the School
The school is committed to inclusive education and high-quality SEND provision in line with the SEND Code of Practice.
Staff work together to ensure:
• Pupils with SEND can fully participate in school life
• Learning environments are adapted to meet diverse needs
• Pupils are supported to develop confidence, independence and personal strengths
• Families and professionals work collaboratively to support each learner
The school has a strong ethos of inclusion, teamwork and pupil-centred support.
Ideal Candidate Profile
We would love to hear from candidates who:
• Have experience supporting pupils with Down syndrome or learning differences
• Have worked as a SEND Teaching Assistant
• Understand how to create inclusive learning environments
• Are passionate about supporting pupils to overcome barriers to learning
• Have strong communication, patience and relationship-building skills
• Are committed to promoting independence and inclusion
Experience working within mainstream schools, SEND schools, alternative provision or specialist units is highly desirable.