Teaching Assistant SEND

Key Stage Teacher Supply; Chorley; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

Key Stage Teacher Supply is seeking a compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEN school in Penwortham, supporting a pupil with additional needs on a 15-hour-per-week placement for September.

You will work 1:1 and in small groups, aiding learning, communication and personal development, with safeguarding and DBS requirements. Training provided and ongoing CPD opportunities through our network.

Qualifications

• Experience working as a Teaching Assistant or in an SEN setting.
• Experience supporting pupils with a range of needs (ASD, ADHD, SEMH, MLD).
• Strong communication, patience and resilience.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils.
• Proactive and adaptable approach.
• Willingness to support personal care if required (training provided).
• Commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Support pupil on a 1:1 basis and in small groups.
• Assist with learning activities and personal development.
• Support pupil with communication, behaviour and engagement.
• Help create a safe, structured and inclusive learning environment.
• Work closely with teachers, SENCO and support staff.
• Adapt support strategies to meet individual needs.

Skills

1:1 support

Behaviour management

Communication

Patience

resilience

Education

Enhanced DBS

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant

A headteacher is seeking a compassionate and proactive SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEN school in Penwortham, supporting a pupil with additional needs. This is a part-time position 15 hours a week for the month of September the role is working with a pupil who requires additional support with learning, communication and personal development.

SEN Teaching Assistant benefits

• Competitive daily rate
• PAYE paid weekly
• Long-term stability
• Access to specialist SEN training and CPD opportunities
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
• 150 refer a friend scheme (T&Cs apply)

SEN Teaching Assistant role requirements

• Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant or within an SEN setting
• Experience supporting pupils with a range of additional needs (e.g. ASD, ADHD, SEMH, MLD)
• Strong communication, patience and resilience
• Ability to build positive and consistent relationships with pupils
• A proactive and adaptable approach
• Willingness to support with personal care if required (training provided)
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil wellbeing
• Enhanced DBS on the update service or willingness to apply

The successful SEN Teaching Assistant will

• Support pupil on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
• Assist with both learning activities and personal development
• Support pupil with communication, behaviour and engagement
• Help create a safe, structured and inclusive learning environment
• Work closely with teachers, SENCO and wider support staff
• Adapt support strategies to meet individual pupil needs

Safeguarding & Compliance

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expect all staff and candidates to share this commitment.

Our recruitment processes follow Safer Recruitment guidelines in line with current legislation, including Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) and Working Together to Safeguard Children. All appointments are subject to pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.

We are also committed to creating an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences, and are happy to make reasonable adjustments where required.

Operam Education Group includes Provide Education | Teachers UK | Provision Recruitment | The Education Specialists | First for Education | Horizon Teachers | Key Stage Teacher Supply

We're proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and committed to creating accessible opportunities across education.

As part of our registration process, you'll need an enhanced DBS check and we'll need to see and copy your original qualifications before any placement. Teaching roles require Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent