SEN TA- Rawtenstall (full time)

Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Rawtenstall 
Pay: From £13.75 an hour 
Hours: | Monday to Friday | 8:30am – 3:30pm
Start Date: November 2025
Contract: Temp to Perm | Term Time Only

Join Our Team and work in a desirable school in Rawtenstall 

About the Role

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting children with additional needs. The pupils you will be supporting have autism and associated communication, sensory, and complex needs — and we’re looking for caring, patient, and resilient individuals to help them reach their full potential.

As a Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Work closely with pupils to support their learning, social, and emotional development

• Prepare learning resources and assist with engaging classroom activities

• Provide personalised support to help pupils achieve their individual goals

• Promote pupils’ physical and emotional wellbeing in a nurturing environment

• Collaborate with teachers and colleagues to deliver creative, tailored learning experiences

No two days are the same, but every day is deeply rewarding. With full training and ongoing support, you’ll gain the skills and confidence to make a lasting difference.

Who We’re Looking For

We welcome applications from candidates who:

• Hold GCSEs (grade C/4 or above) or equivalent in English and Maths

• Have a Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

• Bring experience working as a Teaching Assistant within a SEND setting

• Are motivated to support vulnerable pupils to lead happy, fulfilling lives

• Are adaptable and confident working in both indoor and outdoor learning environments

• Demonstrate a caring and proactive approach to supporting classroom and off-site learning activities

• Work well as part of a collaborative, supportive team

• Have strong communication skills and a positive attitude towards working with young people with additional needs

If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you. Please send over your most recent CV. 

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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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