Teaching Assistant SEN

We put wellbeing first by giving our teams more time to recharge Job Title: SEN Teacher Location: Brinksway School, Stockport, SK4 2HG Hours: 37.5 per week | Monday to Friday | 8.30am – 4.30pm Salary: £22,160.62 per annum (not pro rata) Contract: Permanent | Term Time plus 2 Weeks Start: September 2026 UK applicants only – no sponsorship available About the Role As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting pupils to engage, learn and thrive in a nurturing and inclusive environment. Working closely with teachers and wider professionals, you will help create positive learning experiences that enable young people to reach their full potential. Support pupils individually and in small groups to develop literacy, numeracy, communication and social skills Assist with the delivery of engaging lessons, learning activities and structured routines Promote positive behaviour and maintain a calm, encouraging and supportive classroom environment Work collaboratively with teachers and support staff to prepare resources, track progress, and support school activities and trips Essential Requirements TA qualification or experience working with SEN pupils A calm, consistent and nurturing approach A strong team player with excellent communication skills A genuine commitment to helping pupils overcome barriers and succeed About Us Opened in September 2024, Brinksway School is a purpose-built Primary and Secondary SEN school for 55 pupils aged 4–13 with autism and complex needs. Located in Stockport, Greater Manchester, our refurbished, specialist building supports learning, independence, and wellbeing. At Brinksway School, we passionately nurture each pupil’s potential. Our curriculum is tailored to individual needs, aiming not only for academic success but also for growth in confidence, self-esteem, and life skills. We aspire to create a positive, inclusive, and stimulating environment where every student feels valued, supported, and inspired to flourish. F