Job Description

Teaching Assistant (SEND) - Tameside

📍 Location: Tameside
📅 Start Date: Immediate
📄 Contract Type: Full-time and Part-time roles available
💷 Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience


About the Role

Tradewind Recruitment is offering both full-time and part-time opportunities for compassionate and dedicated Teaching Assistants to work in Primary Schools across Tameside. In this role, you will provide tailored support to pupils with a range of additional learning needs, helping them to achieve their full potential in a supportive and inclusive environment.


Key Responsibilities

  • Provide one-to-one and group support for pupils with a variety of SEND needs

  • Assist with the delivery of individual education plans (IEPs) and tailored activities

  • Support the class teacher in creating a positive, inclusive learning environment

  • Help pupils with personal care where required, in line with their individual needs

  • Track and record student progress, providing feedback to teachers and parents

  • Build strong relationships with pupils to foster trust, motivation, and confidence


What We're Looking For

  • Experience supporting children or young adults, ideally in an SEND setting

  • A passion for working with children with diverse needs and backgrounds

  • Patience, empathy, and excellent communication skills

  • Proactive and adaptable approach to classroom support

  • Relevant qualifications (e.g. Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant) desirable but not essential

  • A valid DBS on the update service, or willingness to apply for one


Why Work with Tradewind Recruitment?

  • Competitive rates of pay

  • Ongoing CPD and training opportunities

  • Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement

  • Access to a wide range of SEND roles across Greater Manchester

  • Flexible working options (full-time and part-time)

  • Opportunities to work in inclusive and supportive schools


How to Apply

If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with SEND, we'd love to hear from you.

📧 Email: chris.morgan@twrecruitment.com
📞 Phone: 0161 674 0138