Teaching Assistant - SEN Support

Twinkl Educational Publishing; Bury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A primary school in Unsworth is seeking a confident SEN Teaching Assistant to provide support for children with additional needs. The ideal candidate will have experience in a primary setting and knowledge of various SEN strategies. Join a nurturing environment where you can make a difference.

Benefits

Competitive daily rates

Free Twinkl Ultimate subscription

Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEN in a primary school.
• Knowledge of autism, sensory needs, or emotional regulation strategies.

Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEND.
• Working closely with the class teacher and SENCO to implement strategies.

Skills

Communication

Behaviour Management

Relationship Building

Education

Relevant Training

Tools

Team Teach

PECS

Makaton

Job description

• Daily Rate: £90
• Start Date: ASAP
• Contract: Long-term
  
  

Elevate Supply is supporting an Ofsted-rated ‘Good’ primary school in Unsworth looking for a confident and supportive SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team. This long-term role is ideal for someone with experience supporting children with additional needs in a mainstream classroom setting.

About The Role

• Providing 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEND.
• Supporting children with a range of needs including autism, speech and language difficulties, and SEMH
• Working closely with the class teacher and SENCO to implement learning and behaviour strategies
• Promoting pupil engagement, inclusion, and independence
• Supporting with communication tools and personalised interventions
  
  

The Ideal Candidate

• Experience supporting children with SEN in a primary school
• Calm, consistent and confident when managing behaviour and needs
• Able to build positive relationships with pupils and staff
• Knowledge of autism, sensory needs, or emotional regulation strategies
• Any relevant training (e.g. Team Teach, PECS, Makaton) is beneficial
  
  

Why Join Elevate Supply?

• Competitive daily rates paid via PAYE
• Access to a free Twinkl Ultimate subscription
• Ongoing support and local opportunities from a dedicated consultant
  
  

If you're looking to support pupils with SEN in a nurturing Unsworth primary school, we’d love to hear from you.

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