SEN Teaching Assistant – Rochdale
While professional experience and qualifications are key for this role, make sure to check you have the preferable soft skills before applying if required.
Location: Rochdale
Salary: £92.50 – £110 per day, dependent on experience
Contract: Full-time, long-term
Start Date: ASAP
Engage Education are currently recruiting for a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming school in Rochdale.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Teaching Assistant who is passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs and helping them reach their full potential.
The successful candidate will work closely with the class teacher and wider support team to provide tailored support to pupils with a range of special educational needs.
The Role
As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:
- Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with additional needs.
- Support pupils with their learning, communication and social development.
- Help implement individual learning and support plans.
- Work alongside teachers and other professionals to ensure pupils receive appropriate support.
- Encourage positive behaviour and help pupils develop independence.
- Assist with classroom activities and create an inclusive learning environment.
- Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils.
- Support pupils who may display challenging or dysregulated behaviour.
The Ideal Candidate
We are looking for someone who:
- Has previous experience working with children or young people with SEN.
- Has experience supporting pupils with challenging behaviour, autism or complex needs.
- Is patient, resilient and compassionate.
- Can build strong relationships with pupils and staff.
- Has excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Is proactive and able to use their own initiative.
- Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
- Has a positive and adaptable approach to supporting pupils with different needs.
Experience within a specialist school, PRU, SEND setting or mainstream school with a strong SEND provision would be highly advantageous.
Why Work With Engage Education? xgikmsk
At Engage Education, we pride ourselves on providing our staff with excellent support and opportunities to develop their careers within education.
As an Engage SEN Teaching Assistant, you can expect:
- Competitive daily rates of pay.
- A dedicated consultant who will support you throughout ...
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Engage Education is an exceptional employer for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with Special Educational Needs. With competitive pay, full-time opportunities, and a supportive work culture, employees benefit from ongoing professional development and access to specialist training. Located in Trafford and Manchester, our dedicated team fosters a nurturing environment where staff can grow and thrive while positively impacting young people's educational journeys.
