Graduate SEN Teaching Assistants needed!

Teaching Personnel; Preston; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading educational organization as a SEN Teaching Assistant, where you will support children with diverse learning needs in a dynamic environment. This role offers the chance to develop your skills while making a positive impact on students' lives. Flexible full-time or part-time hours are available across various locations in Lancashire, including Preston. Ideal for passionate graduates eager to gain hands-on experience in Special Educational Needs education.

Benefits

Training and professional development opportunities

Free child protection training

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification in Education, Psychology, or SEN.
• Experience working with children is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support students with special educational needs in the classroom.
• Assist teachers with lesson delivery and adapt materials.
• Encourage independence and confidence in pupils.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Communication

Proactive attitude

Education

Postgraduate qualification in Education

Qualification in Psychology

Qualification in SEN

Job description

Exciting Opportunity for Graduate Students!

Join Teaching Personnel as a SEN Teaching Assistant!

Are you a passionate graduate student looking to gain hands-on experience in Special Educational Needs (SEN) education? Do you want to make a real impact in the lives of children with diverse learning needs? Do you want flexible, full-time or part-time work?

We are looking for enthusiastic and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistants to join Teaching Personnel, working closely with fantastic Primary and Secondary SEN Schools across Lancashire. This is a great opportunity to develop your skills, gain valuable experience, and work in a supportive environment.

Location: All of Lancashire including Preston, Chorley, Leyland, Blackpool, East Lancashire
Hours: 08.30-3.30; Monday to Friday
Start Date: ASAP

Your Role:

• Supporting students with a range of special educational needs in the classroom
• Assisting teachers with lesson delivery and adapting materials to students' needs
• Encouraging independence and confidence in pupils
• Helping create an inclusive and engaging learning environment
• Providing emotional and behavioral support where needed

What we are looking for:

• A passion for working with children with SEN
• A relevant qualification (or currently studying at postgraduate level) in Education, Psychology, SEN, or related fields
• Patience, empathy, and strong communication skills
• Experience working with children (desirable but not essential)
• A proactive and positive attitude

Why join Teaching Personnel?

• Gain hands-on experience in a supportive SEN school
• Training and professional development opportunities
• The chance to make a real difference in children's lives

Join us in making a difference - apply today!

All applicants must have the appropriate qualifications and training. Please see the FAQ on the Teaching Personnel website for details.

Pay rates include 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This is a temporary position, with potential for permanency later.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding children. We conduct safeguarding checks in line with DfE guidance, which may include online searches of shortlisted candidates.

We offer free child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have completed a valid enhanced DBS check, with full assistance provided.

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