SEND Teaching Assistant

Job Title: Learning Support Assistant / Teaching Assistant - Special Needs (SEN)Location: Various SEN Schools Across [Stockport]Contract Type: Flexible Supply / Temporary / Long-Term OpportunitiesSalary: Competitive, based on experience (£90-£120 per day)

Are you a compassionate and dedicated support professional with experience in Special Educational Needs (SEN)?Do you have skills in personal care and PEG feeding, and a passion for making a real difference in children's lives?

We're hiring!Tradewind Recruitment is currently recruiting Learning Support Assistants and Teaching Assistants to work across a range of vibrant and supportive special needs schools in Stockport. These roles offer flexible supply work, long-term placements, and the chance to join a rewarding sector where your care and expertise truly matter.

You will be supporting children and young people with a range of complex needs including autism, physical disabilities, learning difficulties, and medical needs. Your role may include:

• One-to-one or small group support in the classroom

• Assisting with personal care routines, including toileting and feeding

• Administering or supporting with PEG feeding (training provided if needed)

• Encouraging social and emotional development

• Helping students to access the curriculum in a meaningful way

• Previous experience working in an SEN setting (school, residential, care)

• Comfortable and experienced with personal care tasks

• Trained or experienced in PEG feeding (or willingness to undergo training)

• A calm, patient, and empathetic approach to behaviour and communication

• Flexible, reliable, and able to adapt to different school environments

• An up-to-date DBS on the Update Service (or willing to apply)

• Relevant qualifications (e.g., CACHE, NVQ, or equivalent)

• Team Teach, Makaton, or PECS training

• Competitive daily rates and weekly pay

• Flexible assignments to suit your lifestyle

• Ongoing CPD and training opportunities

• Friendly and supportive consultants who understand SEN

Make a positive impact in the classroom and beyond. Join us today and help shape the futures of children who need it most.

Apply now or contact Joanne on / for more information.