Teaching Assistant SEND

Key Stage Teacher Supply; Preston; On-site; GBP 7,000 - 11,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily rate

PAYE paid weekly

Long-term stability

Access to specialist SEN training and

CPD opportunities

Dedicated consultant support

£150 refer a friend scheme (T&Cs apply

Job summary

Key Stage Teacher Supply is seeking a compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant for a specialist SEN school in Penwortham. The role is 15 hours per week during September, supporting a pupil with learning, communication and personal development needs.

We are looking for someone with prior experience in SEN settings, a proactive and adaptable approach, and a commitment to safeguarding. DBS enhanced check or willingness to apply is required, with ongoing training opportunities offered.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Communication

Patience

Resilience

Proactive

Adaptable

Personal care support

Safeguarding

Education

Enhanced DBS (Update Service)

Job description

Job title: SEN Teaching Assistant Job

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.

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