SEN Teaching Assistant (KS2)

Teaching Personnel; Wigan; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading primary school in Bispham is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to provide tailored support to a KS2 pupil from September 2025. This rewarding role requires patience, empathy, and creativity, making a significant impact on children's educational journeys. Join a supportive community with opportunities for training and professional development.

Benefits

Competitive daily rates

Ongoing CPD and training opportunities

Friendly support from experienced consultants

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with SEN or willingness to learn.
• Positive, patient, proactive attitude.
• Enhanced DBS on the update service or willingness to apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support to a KS2 pupil with additional needs.
• Deliver engaging, tailored activities to support learning.
• Collaborate with class teacher and SENCO to adapt resources.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Creativity

Job description

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SEN Teaching Assistant (KS2) – Primary School in Bispham

Are you passionate about supporting children with special educational needs? Do you have the patience, empathy, and creativity to help a young learner thrive? A welcoming and inclusive primary school in Bispham is looking for a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support a KS2 pupil on a 1:1 basis from September 2025.

At Teaching Personnel, we connect compassionate educators with schools that value inclusion, collaboration, and growth. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in a child’s educational journey.

Your Role:

• Provide 1:1 support to a KS2 pupil with additional needs (including ASC)
• Deliver engaging, tailored activities that support learning and development
• Collaborate with the class teacher and SENCO to adapt resources and strategies
• Encourage communication, confidence, and social interaction
• Help maintain a safe, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience working with children with SEN (or a strong willingness to learn)
• A positive, patient, and proactive attitude
• An Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply)

What You’ll Gain:

• Competitive daily rates: From £89 per day (depending on experience)
• Full-time or part-time hours available
• Ongoing CPD and training opportunities
• Friendly, dedicated support from our experienced consultants
• The chance to be part of a supportive school community

Location: Bispham, Lancashire
Start Date: September 2025
Contract: Flexible with potential for permanent placement

How to Apply:
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Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis – early applications encouraged!

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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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