Teaching Assistant

REESON Education; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Reeson Education in Wigan is seeking a caring SEN Teaching Assistant to join a supportive primary school. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working closely with children who require additional support and wants to make a real difference to their learning and development.

You will support pupils with SEMH and PLMD, 1:1 and small-group teaching, and work alongside the class teacher to foster a safe, engaging classroom environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in SEN settings, SEMH, PLMD, or related needs preferred.
• Transferable experience welcomed with the right attitude.
• Commitment to supporting pupils with additional needs.

Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support throughout the school day.
• Helping pupils engage with lessons and classroom activities.
• Supporting children with communication, emotional regulation, and social development.
• Encouraging positive behaviour through a calm and consistent approach.
• Helping pupils manage transitions and changes throughout the school day.
• Adapting activities and resources to make learning accessible.
• Promoting independence and encouraging pupils to develop their confidence.
• Building positive relationships with pupils and becoming a trusted member of the classroom team.
• Working closely with teachers and other school staff to support individual pupil needs.

Skills

Patient

Calm under pressure

Strong communicator

Team player

Reliable

SEN experience

Long-term commitment

Job description

Reeson Education is looking for a caring, resilient, and motivated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a supportive primary school in Wigan.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Teaching Assistant who enjoys working closely with children who require additional support and wants to make a real difference to their day-to-day learning and development.

The successful candidate will support pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PLMD), and other additional needs. You will work alongside the class teacher and wider school team to ensure pupils feel safe, supported, and able to engage with their learning.

The Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, your responsibilities will include:

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support throughout the school day.
• Helping pupils engage with lessons and classroom activities.
• Supporting children with communication, emotional regulation, and social development.
• Encouraging positive behaviour through a calm and consistent approach.
• Helping pupils manage transitions and changes throughout the school day.
• Adapting activities and resources to make learning accessible.
• Promoting independence and encouraging pupils to develop their confidence.
• Building positive relationships with pupils and becoming a trusted member of the classroom team.
• Working closely with teachers and other school staff to support individual pupil needs.

What We're Looking For

Previous experience working within an SEN setting would be beneficial, particularly experience involving SEMH, PLMD, complex needs, or challenging behaviour. However, the school is also open to candidates with transferable experience and the right attitude.

The ideal candidate will be:

• Patient, calm, and compassionate.
• Confident supporting children with additional needs.
• Able to remain consistent when managing challenging behaviour.
• A strong communicator and team player.
• Naturally encouraging and positive.Able to build strong professional relationships with pupils.
• Reliable and committed to a long-term school placement.
• Passionate about helping children overcome barriers to learning.

Why Apply?

• Full-time long-term position in a supportive Wigan primary school.
• Potential opportunity to secure a school-based contract.
• Excellent experience working with pupils with complex and additional needs.
• Supportive staff team and strong SEN provision.
• Early Friday finish with full pay.
• Competitive hourly rate.
• Consistent work throughout the placement.
• Ongoing support from Reeson Education.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career within SEN education while making a meaningful difference to pupils who need additional support.

If you are a Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, SEN TA, or someone with relevant experience working with children, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today for this SEN Teaching Assistant position in Wigan.