Full-time | Long-term | Mainstream School | Manchester
Pay rate: £13.69 per hour / £89–£105 per day (dependent on experience)

We’re looking for a compassionate Teaching Assistant to support a 16-year-old student with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD) in a specialist provision within a Manchester mainstream school.

The young person is non-verbal, uses a wheelchair, and requires support with personal care and manual handling. As their Teaching Assistant, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring their comfort, communication, and quality of life throughout the school day.

Why this school stands out:
- Equipped with hoists, therapy rooms, hydro pool, and sensory rooms
- High staff-to-student ratio with excellent ongoing training
- Supportive leadership team and welcoming colleagues
- Opportunity to work alongside nurses, therapists, and experienced SEND staff

What we’re looking for in a Teaching Assistant:
- Experience in care, SEND, or supporting individuals with complex needs
- Comfortable with personal care and manual handling (training provided if needed)
- Patient, empathetic, and committed to 1:1 support
- Keen to grow skills in a professional and supportive environment

Benefits of this Teaching Assistant role:
- Specialist training in PMLD support, manual handling, and communication strategies
- Long-term stability within a Manchester school setting
- Collaborative team environment with strong staff support
- A truly rewarding opportunity to make a daily difference in a young person’s life

If this sounds like the right fit for you, click ‘Apply Now’ and we’ll be in touch.