SEN Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant – High Peak – Full-Time – September Start

Do you have a passion for supporting young people with special educational needs?

Teaching Personnel are recruiting an empathetic and experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to support students in a secondary school in the High Peak area. The successful candidate will join the school’s SEN department in September, working with students who require 1:1 and small group support.

The school has a strong commitment to inclusive education and is looking for a TA who can build strong relationships with students and staff alike.

Key Duties:

• Supporting students with a range of additional needs (ASC, ADHD, SEMH)

• Assisting teachers in delivering differentiated content

• Promoting emotional wellbeing and encouraging student engagement

• Liaising with SENCO and parents/carers where appropriate

You Should Have:

• Prior experience supporting students with SEN (in schools, care, or youth settings)

• A calm and resilient approach to behaviour

• Good literacy and numeracy skills

• Understanding of safeguarding procedures and confidentiality

Benefits Include:

• £89 - £100 per day

• Access to specialist SEN training courses

• A welcoming and supportive school environment

• Opportunities for permanent employment

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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