SEN 121 Teaching Assistant

Step Teachers are hiring for a SEN Teaching Assistant – 1:1 Support – Salford

Want to make a real impact in a young person’s life? Got experience working with Autism or ADHD? If you’re ready to take the next step in your SEN journey, this could be the role for you.

About the Role

We’re looking for a full-time SEN Teaching Assistant to support a child 1:1 (Autism & ADHD) in a brilliant special school in Salford.

Start: ASAP in September 2025
Hours: Mon–Fri, 8:15am–3:15pm
Contract: Long-term, potential to go permanent
Pay: £90–£110/day DOE (Paid PAYE only, no umbrella companies!)
Equal Pay: Matched to perm staff after 13 weeks

New DBS Refund: applications refunded in full after 20 days of work
Support: Experienced consultant to guide you throughout
Free CPD: via The National College & Creative Education platforms
STEP Perks: 24/7 GP access, discounts on shops, gyms & cinemas
Bonus: £100 refer-a-friend scheme
Access: Free parking 10–15 min walk from tram/train stations
Environment: Inclusive, welcoming, and genuinely supportive

What You’ll Be Doing

• 1:1 for pupil in Year 9 with Autism & ADHD
• Adapting to a mix of needs – learning, emotional, sensory & communication
• Using positive behaviour techniques
• Helping create a fun, inclusive, and safe learning space
• Working with class teachers, SENCO, families & external specialists
• Reporting any concerns or incidents to safeguarding leads

The School

• Caters for students aged 9 to 19 with Autism, ADHD, Sensory & other needs.
• Small classes (max 10) 4 staff per room
• Fully equipped with sensory rooms, hydrotherapy & soft play areas
• Inclusive, respectful, and community-focused vibe
• Staff feel supported and part of a real team
• Emphasis on empathy, relationships & long-term growth

What You’ll Need

• CV with 10-year work history
• Proof of Right to Work, ID & proof of address.
• DBS on Update Service (or willing to get one)
• Professional references covering the last 2 years
• Overseas Police Check (if applicable)
• Experience with children & SEN
• Positivity, reliability, empathy & dedication

APPLY NOW for this SEN Teaching Assistant role in Salford!

Or give us a call at Step Teachers Manchester – we’d love to chat and help you take the next step in your SEN journey. Let’s make a real difference, together.

Why Step Teachers? 

With a rich history spanning over two decades, our teacher recruitment agency proudly serves North London, East London, Hertfordshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Oxfordshire, Cornwall, Devon and Greater Manchester. We foster exclusive relationships with schools and academies in these regions. Our dedicated team, stationed in branches across Barnet, Havering, Norwich, Cambridge, Abingdon, and Plymouth, is committed to supporting and nurturing teachers. Explore rewarding opportunities with our trusted education recruitment services. 

Step Teachers, an approved Crown Commercial Service supplier, adheres to REC (Recruitment & Employment Confederation) standards for safeguarding children. Upon registration, candidates undergo enhanced DBS checks, full reference verifications, and eligibility confirmations. 

Your weekly pay is processed through PAYE. Additionally, you gain access to a range of exclusive deals, including discounted high street shopping, travel offers, gym memberships, and more. Moreover, our pay portal offers comprehensive physical and emotional well-being services as standard, ensuring your overall wellness is taken care of. 

Recommend a friend to receive a £100 Amazon voucher for yourself, and a chance for you both to win a holiday worth up to £1000  – If you know anyone who is looking for temporary, permanent or supply work then get in touch with us today!