SEN Teaching Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in education is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support children with special educational needs in a caring and nurturing environment. This role involves working closely with students aged 5 to 16, providing essential support tailored to their individual needs, whether in small groups or on a 1:1 basis. The ideal candidate will possess relevant experience and qualifications, ensuring a positive impact on the students' learning journey. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young learners, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar setting is required.
• Up to date Safeguarding training issued in the last year.

Responsibilities

• Support children aged 5-16 years with varying needs.
• Assist children on a 1:1 basis or within small groups.

Skills

SEN support

Child safeguarding

Classroom management

Communication skills

Education

LEVEL 2 Teaching Assistant or equivalent

GCSE Maths

GCSE English

Tools

DBS certificate

Computer literacy

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SEN Teaching Assistant, Greater Manchester

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Greater Manchester, United Kingdom

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Education

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Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

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ABOUT THE SCHOOL
Prospero Teaching is looking for experienced SEN Teaching Assistants or support workers who can support children in a SEN school in Poulton-le-Fylde.
You will be supporting children aged 5 -16 years old with varying needs from complex needs and non-verbal to moderate learning difficulties and autism. Prospero Teaching is looking for a dedicated and caring individual who can support children on a 1:1 basis or within small groups.
The position is open to all experienced Teaching Assistants and support workers who have some experience in a similar role. Depending on performance the school would look at either extending the contract or offering a permanent position.

CONTRACT/POSITION DETAILS
· Location – Poulton-le-Fylde
· Position – SEN TA
· Type of work – Classroom and SEN support
· Contract or position start date – September 2024
· Duration / Likely Duration – Full academic Year
· Contract or position end date (if applicable) – July 2025
· Contract type (temp/perm/temp to perm) – Temporary – Permanent
· Full time/part time – Full time
· Minimum rate of pay – GBP95 per day
· Hours – 8:30 am – : Mon – Fri (term time only)

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS
· Previous experience in a similar setting
· LEVEL 2 Teaching Assistant/or equivalent and above is preferable
· GCSE Maths and English and Computer literate
· Up to date Safeguarding training issued in the last year

TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE THROUGH PROSPERO TEACHING, YOU MUST:
· Hold Right to Work in the UK
· Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application
· Provide two professional child related references that cover at least the last two years