About the role
We are looking for a caring, patient and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a Year 6 pupil with special educational needs. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference to a child during their final year of primary school, helping them to access the curriculum, build independence and confidence, and prepare for a successful move to secondary school.
You will work closely with the class teacher, our SENCo and the pupil’s family, following the child’s EHCP / SEN support plan and helping them to feel safe, valued and ready to learn.
The successful candidate will:
- Provide tailored 1:1 and small group support in the classroom and around school
- Adapt learning materials and use a range of strategies to help the pupil access lessons
- Support the pupil’s social, emotional and communication needs, encouraging positive relationships with peers
- Help to deliver planned interventions and record progress
- Contribute to reviews and communicate positively with parents and carers
- Support the pupil through transition planning for Year 7
About you
You will:
- Have experience of working with children in a school or similar setting (voluntary experience is welcome)
- Have a good standard of English and maths (GCSE grade 4/C or equivalent), ideally with a Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification, though full training can be provided
- Be calm, flexible and resilient, with a nurturing approach and a good sense of humour
- Have an understanding of, or a real interest in, SEN such as autism, ADHD, speech and language needs or social, emotional and mental health needs
- Be a reliable team player who can follow guidance and also use your own initiative
- Be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
What We Offer
- Consistent full-time work, Monday to Friday
- Competitive daily rates
- Opportunities to work across a variety of schools and broaden your experience
- Supportive team and ongoing professional development
- Potential for permanent placements
- Weekly pay with excellent rates of pay
- £200 referral scheme per referral
All offers are conditional upon satisfactory background checks, including a DBS check. All appointments will be made subject to a DBS check. Connex Education Partnership is committed to a policy of equal opportunities. We respect and value cultural and religious diversity and will not discriminate based on age, gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin, religion, culture, marital status or disability. Everyone is assessed on merit alone.
Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and candidates to share this commitment. We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, and other relevant legislation. All appointments are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.
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Sen Teaching Assistant in Wigan employer: Connex Education Partnership
Join a supportive and inclusive secondary school in Yardley Wood, where your expertise as a Qualified SENCO will be valued and impactful. We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative work culture that prioritises professional development, offering numerous opportunities for growth and advancement within the education sector. With competitive pay and a commitment to staff well-being, this is an ideal environment for passionate educators looking to make a difference.
Contact Details:
Connex Education Partnership Recruitment Team
