SEND Teaching Assistant - Wigan

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Wigan; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel Ltd. in Wigan is seeking a SEND Teaching Assistant to support pupils with SEND within a mainstream primary setting. The role involves 1:1 and small group support, and contributing to targeted literacy, numeracy and social skills interventions.

You will support pupils’ emotional and behavioural development, track progress and provide feedback to teachers. A relevant TA qualification and safeguarding training are required, with DBS checks and safeguarding compliance provided by

Qualifications

• Experience in a TA or support role within primary education.
• Understanding of SEND strategies and classroom support.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEND.
• Assist with interventions focused on literacy, numeracy and social skills.
• Support pupils’ emotional and behavioural development.
• Track progress and provide feedback to teachers.

Skills

1:1 support

Small group support

Literacy interventions

Numeracy interventions

Behaviour support

SEND strategies

Education

Relevant TA qualification

Job description

SEND Teaching Assistant – Wigan (Mainstream Primary)

A Wigan-based primary school is looking for a SEND Teaching Assistant to support pupils with a range of additional needs within a mainstream classroom.

This is a varied role, supporting both in-class learning and targeted interventions. You will play a key part in helping pupils develop independence and access learning effectively. SEND TAs typically support pupils through adapted learning and individual support plans.

Key responsibilities:

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEND
• Assist with interventions focused on literacy, numeracy and social skills
• Support pupils’ emotional and behavioural development
• Track progress and provide feedback to teachers

Ideal candidate:

• Experience in a TA or support role within primary education
• Understanding of SEND strategies and classroom support
• Reliable, adaptable and supportive approach

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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