SEN Teaching Assistant

Choice Teachers; Wigan; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PAYE - no umbrella companies

Competitive daily rates (£90-£100 per

Flexible work options: day-to-day or长

Job summary

Choice Teachers is recruiting SEN Teaching Assistants to work in specialist schools across Wigan, including Hindley Green, Ashton-in-Makerfield, Abram and Leigh. This is a full-time, long-term role supporting students with ASD/ADHD, global developmental delay, and challenging behaviour.

Applicants should have an up-to-date CV, the right to work in the UK, two references, and an enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or be willing to apply). A driving licence is desirable but not essential.

Qualifications

• CV covering full employment history, including gaps.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Two professional references.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).
• Driving licence is desirable but not essential.

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistants - Wigan

Location:Hindley Green, Ashton-in-Makerfield, Abram and Leigh
Hours: Full-Time
Pay: £90-£100 per day (inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay)

About the Role

Are you looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference?

We're recruiting dedicatedSEN Teaching Assistantsto work in specialist schools in Wigan, supporting students with a range of needs including:

• ASD / ADHD
• Global developmental delay
• Behaviour that challenges

It will be a full-time, long-term role ideal for a candidate with SEN experience. We also welcome applications from individuals with transferable skills gained in:

• Youth offending or criminal justice services
• Children's residential care
• Mental health or behavioural support roles
• Police or prison services

If you're patient, resilient, and passionate about supporting young people, we'd love to hear from you.

Requirements

To apply, you'll need:

• An up-to-date CV covering your full employment history (including any gaps)
• The right to work in the UK
• Two professional references
• An enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one)
• A driving licence is desirable but not essential

What We Offer

• PAYE - no umbrella companies
• Competitive daily rates (£90-£100 per day)
• Flexible work options: day-to-day or long-term placements
• Access to a wide network of supportive schools