Sen Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Morecambe; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Friendly team

Training opportunities

Competitive pay

Guidance from experienced pros

Lasting impact on education journey

Job summary

Teaching Personnel are working in partnership with a welcoming and supportive primary school in the LA4 area who are seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team on a full-time basis from January 2027. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference to a pupil requiring additional support within the classroom.

The successful candidate will work closely with class teachers and the SENCO to provide tailored support, helping the child to access learning, develop

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEN in a school or childcare setting.
• Caring, patient and committed to helping children succeed.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Confident adapting to the needs of individual pupils.
• Positive and proactive approach to supporting learning and behaviour.

Responsibilities

• Support learning within the classroom and through targeted interventions.
• Collaborate with class teachers and the SENCO to provide tailored support.
• Help the pupil access learning, develop confidence and achieve individual targets.
• Monitor progress and adapt strategies to meet pupil needs.

Job description

Pay rate: £14.25 - £15.00 per hour (dependent on experience)
January 2027 Start
Previous experience supporting children with Special Educational Needs is essential

Teaching Personnel are working in partnership with a welcoming and supportive primary school in the LA4 area who are seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team on a full-time basis from January 2027.

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference to a pupil requiring additional support within the classroom. The successful candidate will work closely with class teachers and the SENCO to provide tailored support, helping the child to access learning, develop confidence, and achieve their individual targets.

The role will involve supporting learning both within the classroom and through targeted interventions, ensuring the pupil receives the guidance and encouragement needed to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

• Have experience supporting children with SEN in a school or childcare setting.
• Be caring, patient, and committed to helping children succeed.
• Demonstrate strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Be confident adapting to the needs of individual pupils.
• Have a positive and proactive approach to supporting learning and behaviour.

• A friendly and supportive staff team.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• Competitive rates of pay.
• Guidance from experienced teaching and SEN professionals.
• The opportunity to make a lasting impact on a child's educational journey.

The school is looking to appoint the right candidate for January, and applications will be considered as they are received.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ's on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
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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