SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Leyland
Contract: Full-Time
Start Date: ASAP
Rate of Pay: From £14.25 per hour
Are you passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs (SEN)? Do you have the patience, empathy, and dedication to help pupils achieve their full potential? We are currently seeking a caring and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and supportive school.
The Role
As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting pupils with a range of additional needs, helping them to access learning and develop confidence both academically and socially.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEN.
- Assist the class teacher in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons.
- Support pupils with autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and other additional needs.
- Implement individual education plans (IEPs) and behaviour support strategies.
- Encourage pupil independence, confidence, and social interaction.
- Monitor progress and provide feedback to teaching staff.
- Support pupils with personal care where required.
- Help create a safe, positive, and nurturing learning environment.
Requirements
- Previous experience working with children or young people, ideally within an educational or care setting.
- A patient, supportive, and compassionate approach.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents.
- Understanding of SEN and strategies to support diverse learning needs.
- Relevant qualifications are desirable but not essential.
What We Offer at Teaching Personnel:
- Weekly pay via PAYE
- Supportive and welcoming school environment
- Ongoing professional development opportunities via our CPD Academy
- Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
- Opportunity to make a real difference to pupils' lives
- Potential for long-term and permanent opportunities
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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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Sen Teaching Assistant in Leyland employer: Teaching Personnel Ltd
Teaching Personnel Ltd is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture that prioritises the professional growth of its staff. Located in Wolverhampton, this role provides unique opportunities to make a meaningful impact on students' lives while collaborating with dedicated colleagues and engaging with the community. With a commitment to high standards and continuous development, employees can thrive in an environment that values innovation and integrity.
