SEN Teaching Assistant - Specialist School Are you passionate about helping children feel confident, supported and ready to learn? Whether you''re an experienced Teaching Assistant, a graduate looking to gain school-based experience or someone with transferable skills from care, youth work or support roles, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.We are recruiting a SEN Teaching Assistant to join a primary specialist school in Manchester, where pupils with additional needs are supported to thrive in a calm, structured and nurturing environment. This is a genuinely rewarding role where no two days are the same, and every small achievement feels like a big win.The school supports pupils with a range of needs including Autism (ASC), ADHD, speech and language needs (SLCN), moderate learning difficulties and SEMH needs. Many pupils benefit from consistent routines, positive relationships and patient adult support to help them manage emotions, develop independence and access learning successfully.You''ll work closely with an experienced team including class teachers, the SENCO, pastoral staff and skilled support assistants, with access to excellent facilities such as intervention spaces, sensory/regulation areas and well-resourced classrooms.Responsibilities Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with SEND Help pupils access learning and stay engaged throughout the school day Support emotional regulation and behaviour using calm, consistent strategies Assist with EHCP