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SEN Teaching Assistant - Manchester Sen-school

22nd January start
Full Time
Posted 1 day ago
Expiring 17th July
Manchester
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Summary We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Sen-school Teaching Assistant to join our vibrant team. This full-time role is integral to our mission of providing a supportive, inclusive environment where pupils with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs can thrive. The successful candidate will work closely with pupils across the school, supporting their personal development and academic progress through positive behaviour management and personalised support. This is a rewarding opportunity to contribute meaningfully to the lives of young people in a setting that values respect, resilience, and individual growth. The role is available immediately, with a commitment to supporting pupils throughout the school day. Key Responsibilities - Provide one-to-one and small-group support to pupils with SEMH needs, fostering a nurturing environment that promotes emotional wellbeing and behavioural growth. - Support pupils across various classrooms and settings, ensuring their safety and engagement in learning activities. - Manage challenging behaviours using firm boundaries delivered in a supportive and empathetic manner, aligned with the school's ethos of understanding and respect. - Act as a driver within the school, travelling between pupils to provide consistent support throughout the day. - Use strong mentoring skills to motivate pupils, encouraging their participation and progress in learning activities. - Work independently with excellent time management skills, prioritising tasks effectively to meet the needs of pupils and staff. - Maintain high standards of communication by producing clear, high-quality daily reports using computer systems, ensuring accurate documentation of pupil progress and behaviour. - Develop a good understanding of SEMH needs and strategies, supporting pupils through personalised approaches that respect their individuality. - Collaborate with teaching staff and other professionals to deliver tailored support plans, contributing to the overall wellbeing and development of each pupil. - Uphold the school's values of inclusivity, respect, and resilience in all interactions and support activities. Why Join Zen Educate? At Zen Educate, we understand the importance of work-life balance for teachers and teaching assistants. Whether you are looking for better pay, more flexibility in your schedule, or hands-on support to help you find the right role, we are here to support you every step of the way. Join our platform today and let us help you take the next step in your career.
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Location: North Manchester Type: Specialist Secondary School Age Range: 11–16 years Pupil Demographic: Pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs Setting: Maintained special school Overview: This school supports students aged 11 to 16 who have a primary need of SEMH. All pupils have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). The school offers a highly structured environment designed to provide stability, clear boundaries, and positive relationships, supporting pupils to engage with learning and improve their emotional wellbeing. Curriculum & Approach: The curriculum is broad and balanced, with a strong focus on literacy, numeracy, personal development, and social skills. A therapeutic approach is embedded throughout the school day, and teaching is highly individualized to meet pupils’ specific learning and emotional needs. Vocational and enrichment activities are offered to help prepare students for post-16 destinations. Pastoral & Behaviour Support: Staff receive training in trauma-informed practice and behaviour regulation, promoting a nurturing and restorative culture. There is a consistent focus on emotional literacy and resilience. Behaviour is managed through proactive strategies and positive reinforcement. External Partnerships: The school works closely with families, local authority services, and a range of external professionals including CAMHS, educational psychologists, and social care to ensure a multi-agency approach to support. Destinations: Most pupils progress to specialist further education or training providers, with tailored transition plans in place.

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If the online sign up isn't working as it should for you then you can email your CV and a short description of what you're looking for to our team at teachwithus@zeneducate.com and we'll be in touch.

How do I interview? Do I have to come to your office?

To make sure you're getting bookings perfect for you, we will invite you to a 30-minute online interview with our team to learn about your experience, preferences and why you're passionate about working in education. You can do this through any smartphone or computer. If you'd prefer to interview in person at our office, just let us know. Recent regulation changes require us to see your documents for your right to work in the UK in person. This takes no more than 5 minutes, dropping by our offices in London or Manchester.

I'm still in a full-time job/ not looking to work straight away and just looking

If you're not ready to find another role, or, you're definitely still welcome to sign up. Registering with us and letting us know what you're looking for will help us to get in touch with you about roles you may be interested in!

I only have overseas experience. Is that OK?

Generally schools prefer teachers and TAs who are familiar with the UK Curriculum, but this can vary. We'd be happy to speak to you about your experience, and find out if we'd be able to help you find a role.

Vetting

What documents will I need to provide?

We'll need evidence of your identity, right to work and teaching qualifaction. In addition, we'll need an enhanced DBS certificate and references from two recent previous employers.

Can you apply for a DBS for me?

Yes. If you need a DBS or your DBS needs updating we can apply for one fore you. The cost of a DBS is £47.20 which we will reimburse once you have worked 10 days through Zen.

I don't have my documents right now. Can I still sign up?

Yes! You can sign up now and let us know what work you're looking for. You can return at any time to finish your profile and start getting bookings.

I don't have recent references, can I still sign up?

You can definitely still sign up! Once you've uploaded your CV, we'll be able to look at your experience, and help you figure out who would be best placed to act as your referees.

Roles

What roles do you cover?

We help Teachers, Teaching Assistants, and Cover Supervisors find work. We work with all types of schools and help with short-term, long-term and permanent roles. Many of our long-term roles convert to permanent roles. We make it far easier than a traditional agency for teachers to convert temporary positions into permanent ones.

What areas do you cover?

We work with over 400 schools in London, Manchester, Birmingham, Bristol and Leeds.

How much work is there?

Generally speaking, we have consistently high demand for daily supply teachers in Greater London, Manchester Birmingham, Bristol and Leeds. Teaching assistant work is generally higher for long-term roles rather than daily supply cover.

Do you have primary, secondary or nursery jobs?

Yes. We can help with daily supply and long-term jobs in nurseries, primary schools and secondary schools. We don't typically have jobs in further education or college.

Do you have work for cover supervisors, invigilators, or school administrators?

While the majority of our work is for teachers and teaching assistants, we do also have work for cover supervisors and invigilators. Explain what you are looking for when you sign up and our team will help you.

What subjects do you cover?

We cover all subjects taught in primary and secondary schools - if you're not sure if we can help you with what you're looking for, please register and arrange to speak to a member of our Teacher Success team.

Do you do school admin jobs?

If you're looking for teaching or teaching assistant roles, and would also be interested in admin roles, it's worth letting us know. If you're only looking for admin roles, we might not be the place for you, as this isn't what we specialise in.

General

How is Zen different from a recruitment agency?

Zen Educate is a technology platform to connect teachers with schools directly. Agencies are an expensive middleman between schools and teachers. They have to charge high commissions because their booking procedures are largely manual and run on outdated systems. Because we run more of the process online or on your phone, we create an experience that delights schools and teachers at a fraction of the cost.

What roles do you cover?

Start a conversation on chat or email support@zeneducate.com and our friendly team will get back to you shortly.