SEN Teaching Assistant

Overview

Ad Hoc SEN Teaching Assistants. We are currently recruiting enthusiastic and reliable SEN Teaching Assistants to support a specialist school in the Chorley area. This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals who are passionate about supporting children and young people with special educational needs and are looking for flexible or full-time work. The role involves supporting pupils with a range of additional needs in a structured and supportive school environment. Staff will work closely with teachers and other professionals to help students engage with learning and develop their independence.

This role is ideal for teaching assistants, support workers, care staff, youth workers or graduates looking to gain experience in special educational needs education.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. 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. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website. Jobs are provided by the Find a Job Service from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP).

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils with special educational needs including autism, communication needs, and learning difficulties
• Assisting the class teacher with classroom activities and lesson delivery
• Providing one-to-one or small group support
• Encouraging positive behaviour and engagement with learning
• Supporting pupils with personal development, social skills and independence
• Helping to create a safe, supportive and inclusive learning environment

Qualifications

• Have experience working with children or young people with SEN, in schools, care or support settings
• Are patient, calm and adaptable
• Can build positive relationships with pupils and staff
• Are reliable and able to work as part of a team
• Are passionate about supporting young people to reach their potential

What we offer / Benefits

• Flexible ad hoc work to fit around your availability
• Opportunities for full-time placements
• Competitive daily pay
• Ongoing support from our agency team
• Opportunities to gain experience in specialist SEN education

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. If you are interested in flexible or full-time SEN Teaching Assistant work in the Chorley area, please apply today to find out more.