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SEN Learning Support & Inclusion Support Mentor
Teaching Personnel
📍 Manchester, GB
EducationPart-timeFull-timeTemporary
Job description
SEN Learning Mentor & Inclusion Support Assistant
Manchester | Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities | Immediate & Ongoing Starts Available
Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN)? Do you have experience working with pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs), Speech & Language Difficulties, Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD), Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), Complex Needs, Challenging Behaviour, and Physical Disabilities?
Teaching Personnel is recruiting enthusiastic and compassionate individuals to join a range of specialist SEN schools and alternative provisions across the Manchester area. Whether you're an experienced Teaching Assistant, Care Worker, Youth Worker, Behaviour Mentor, Support Worker, Graduate, or someone looking to build a rewarding career within education, we want to hear from you.
The Role
As a SEN Learning Mentor & Inclusion Support Assistant, you will play a vital role in helping pupils overcome barriers to learning, develop confidence, and achieve their full potential both academically and socially.
Key Responsibilities
Provide 1:1 and small group SEN support
Support pupils with ASD, ADHD, SEMH, communication difficulties, and complex learning needs
Manage challenging behaviour using positive behaviour strategies
Build positive and trusting relationships with students
Support emotional regulation and social development
Adapt learning activities to meet individual needs
Encourage independence, engagement, and participation in lessons
Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and SENCOs
Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to teaching staff
Create a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment
What We're Looking For
Experience supporting children or young people with SEN, SEMH, or additional needs
Backgrounds in education, youth work, care, support work, sports coaching, psychology, or mentoring are highly desirable
Strong behaviour management and communication skills
A patient, resilient, and proactive approach
Passion for inclusive education and pupil development
Ability to build strong professional relationships
Team Teach training is desirable but not essential
Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one
Why Choose Teaching Personnel?
✅ Competitive weekly pay through PAYE
✅ Flexible full-time and part-time opportunities
✅ Immediate and ongoing vacancies across Manchester
✅ Dedicated specialist consultant support
✅ Access to free and discounted CPD training courses
✅ Opportunities to secure permanent school contracts
✅ Experience across a variety of SEN schools, specialist provisions, and alternative education settings
✅ Simple registration process
Apply Today
If you're looking for a rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference to the lives of children and young people with additional needs, apply now to become a SEN Learning Mentor & Inclusion Support Assistant with Teaching Personnel and start your next education career journey in Manchester.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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