Sen Teaching Assistant

Integra People Limited; Wigan; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Let's Educate in Wigan is recruiting dedicated Teaching Assistants to support children and young people with SEMH, SEND, and complex behaviours. You will mentor pupils, assist teachers, and help create a positive learning environment in term-time conditions.

Role involves safeguarding, reporting progress, and contributing to inclusive education. DBS checks and ongoing professional development are part of the role with ASAP start.

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting pupils with SEMH or SEND in an educational setting.
• Willingness to take on additional responsibilities in areas such as Food Hygiene, Forest School, lunchtimes, etc.
• Team Teach training is essential for this role.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and support one pupil or small groups.
• Support the classroom teacher during lessons.
• Report on pupils' progress and concerns and liaise with staff to meet needs.
• Supervise pupils during non-classroom time including activities and trips.
• Assist with classroom preparation.
• Build positive relationships to drive learning outcomes.

Skills

Behaviour management

SEMH/SEND experience

Professional development

Education

Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Full-time | Temporary | £110 per day (UMB)

Start ASAP

Term time only

Lets Educate are currently recruiting dedicated Teaching Assistants to join our team in Wigan. This role involves supporting children and young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, complex behaviours and special educational needs (SEND).

Role Responsibilities

• Dedicated to mentoring and supporting one pupil or else a small groups
• Supporting the classroom teacher during lessons
• Reporting on pupils' progress and concerns and liaising with other school staff to ensure pupils' needs are met
• Supervision of pupils during non-classroom time including extra-curricular activities and school trips
• Assisting with classroom preparation
• Building positive relationships with your pupils and driving interaction and positive learning outcomes

Requirements

• Previous experience in a similar role as a Teaching Assistant
• Previous experience of working with pupils with SEMH or SEND within an educational setting
• Be experienced and confident enough to take additional responsibility in an area of school, e.g Food Hygiene, Forest School, lunchtimes etc.
• Experience of behaviour management and techniques
• Committed to professional development and willing to learn
• Enhanced DBS or willing to apply
• Level 2 or above Teaching Assistant qualification is desired but not essential.
• Team Teach training is essential for this role

What you'll get:

• Weekly or monthly pay
• A friendly and inclusive team who are passionate about improving individuals education

Let's Educate is a trading name of Integra Education North Ltd.

Let's Educate is an equal opportunities employer. All qualified applicants will receive fair consideration regardless of race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability or other protected characteristics. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check, suitable references and online background checks. Please note this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 – all spent and unspent convictions must be declared.