SEND Teaching Assistant

Rotherwood Education; Nelson; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily pay (£85-£95)

Friendly recruitment specialists

Ongoing support throughout placement

Opportunities to progress into long‑|…

Streamlined registration

Job summary

Rotherwood Education is recruiting an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant to join a supportive secondary SEND school in the Nelson area. This full-time, ongoing role starts ASAP and offers the opportunity to support pupils with a range of additional needs and make a positive difference to their education.

You will provide one-to-one and small-group support, assist with learning access and social development, and work with teachers to meet individual learning plans.

Qualifications

• Hold a Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant/SEND qualification, or have relevant experience
• Experience supporting children or young people with SEND
• Be confident providing one-to-one and small-group support
• Have a patient, calm and positive approach
• Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Be committed to safeguarding children and young people
• Provide details of 2 most recent references
• Possess a current DBS check or be prepared to apply for one

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support to pupils with SEND
• Support pupils to access learning and participate in lessons
• Assist pupils with their social, emotional and communication development
• Support students with needs such as Autism, ADHD, SEMH and learning difficulties
• Work closely with teachers and the SEND team to meet learning needs
• Follow individual education plans and support personalised learning activities
• Encourage positive behaviour, independence and engagement
• Assist with classroom activities and maintain a safe learning environment
• Contribute to the wider life of the school and pupil development

Skills

One-to-one support

Small-group support

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Safeguarding awareness

Education

Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant/SEND qualification

Job description

Are you an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity?

Rotherwood Education are currently recruiting for a dedicated and caring SEND Teaching Assistant to join a supportive secondary SEND school in the Nelson area. This is a full-time, ongoing position starting ASAP, offering an excellent opportunity to support pupils with a range of additional needs and make a positive difference to their education and development.

Position Details

• Job Title: SEND Teaching Assistant

• Location: Nelson area, Lancashire

• Start Date: ASAP

• Contract Type: Full-time, ongoing

• Daily Rate: £85 £95 per day, depending on experience

About the SEND Teaching Assistant Role

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support to pupils with a range of SEND

• Support pupils to access learning and participate positively in lessons

• Assist pupils with their social, emotional and communication development

• Support students with needs such as Autism, ADHD, SEMH and learning difficulties

• Work closely with teachers and the wider SEND team to meet individual learning needs

• Follow individual education plans and support personalised learning activities

• Encourage positive behaviour, independence and engagement

• Assist with classroom activities and maintain a safe and supportive learning environment

• Contribute to the wider life of the school and support pupils' overall development

The Ideal SEND Teaching Assistant Will

• Hold a Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant/SEND qualification, or have relevant experience

• Have experience supporting children or young people with SEND

• Be confident providing one-to-one and small-group support

• Have a patient, calm and positive approach

• Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Be committed to supporting the progress and wellbeing of all pupils

• Be committed to the safeguarding of children and young people

• Provide details of the 2 most recent references, covering the last 5 years' work history

• Possess a current DBS check or be prepared to apply for one as part of registration

• Be willing to complete a face-to-face registration and satisfy the required safeguarding and compliance checks

Why Work with Rotherwood Education?

• Competitive daily pay of £85 £95

• Friendly and experienced education recruitment specialists

• Ongoing support throughout your placement

• Opportunities to progress into long-term or permanent roles

• Streamlined and efficient registration process

If you're a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding opportunity in a supportive secondary SEND school in the Nelson area, we'd love to hear from you.

This post is being advertised on behalf of Rotherwood Education, who are acting as an employment agency. All applicants will be subject to relevant safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check and references, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE).