We're Hiring! Special Needs Teaching Assistant - Specialist School in Sale �?

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children with additional needs? Do you have the patience, creativity and commitment to support pupils with complex learning profiles? If so, we'd love to hear from you!

?? Location: Sale?? Role: Special Needs Teaching Assistant?? Contract: Full-time, term-time only

We are looking for a caring, dedicated and enthusiastic Special Needs Teaching Assistant to join our warm and supportive specialist school community. Our pupils have a wide range of needs, including autism, complex learning difficulties, communication needs, sensory processing differences, and social, emotional and mental health needs.

You will play a vital role in helping create a nurturing, structured and engaging learning environment where every young person is valued and supported to achieve their full potential.

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support tailored to pupils' individual needs

• Assisting with personalised learning plans, communication strategies and sensory support

• Supporting pupils with emotional regulation and positive behaviour routines

• Working collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and families

• Helping create a safe, inclusive and stimulating environment for all learners

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEND (special school experience is an advantage, but not essential)

• A calm, patient and resilient approach

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• A genuine passion for helping children with additional needs flourish

• Willingness to undertake training in areas such as autism, communication strategies, and sensory support

• A welcoming, specialist school with a strong focus on wellbeing and inclusion

• Comprehensive training and development opportunities

• Supportive colleagues who work collaboratively to make a difference

• A rewarding role where no two days are the same

If you believe you have the skills, passion and commitment to support our incredible pupils, we'd love to hear from you.Please send your CV to