SEN Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent educational organization in Lancashire seeks passionate SEN Teaching Assistants to support children with Special Educational Needs. Ideal candidates will have experience in educational or care settings and a nurturing approach. This temporary role offers a supportive environment for professional growth. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and a minimum Level 2 qualification. Training and DBS checks are provided.

Benefits

Free child protection training

Full assistance with DBS check

Qualifications

• Experience in a school or care setting.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare.
• Willingness to obtain an Enhanced DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support to enable learners to reach their potential.
• Work alongside skilled professionals in a supportive environment.
• Promote pupil well-being and staff development.

Skills

Experience supporting children with Special Educational Needs

Compassionate and patient approach

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work collaboratively

Proactive attitude

Education

Minimum Level 2 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning

Job description

An outstanding and award-winning Special Educational Needs (SEN) school group is seeking passionate and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistants to join their growing team in Lancashire. With a long-standing reputation for excellence in supporting children and young people with a wide range of complex needs, this school group is committed to delivering exceptional care and education that transforms lives.

This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a highly supportive, forward-thinking environment that prioritises pupil well-being and staff development. The successful candidates will work alongside skilled professionals to provide tailored support that enables every learner to reach their full potential.

Requirements:

• Experience supporting children or young people with Special Educational Needs (either in a school or care setting)
• A compassionate, patient and nurturing approach
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team
• A proactive and flexible attitude towards challenges
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
• Minimum Level 2 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning (or equivalent) is desirable
• Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one)

Please note: This school group is unable to offer sponsorship – applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

For immediate consideration, please apply directly to this advertisement with an up-to-date copy of your CV, highlighting your relevant work experience, education history and contact details.

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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.
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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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