Sen Teaching Assistant
Job description
SEN Teaching Assistant – September Start
Location: LA3 (Lancaster Area)
Pay: £14.25 – £15.00 per hour
Contract: Full-time, PAYE via Teaching Personnel
Are you a compassionate and dedicated individual looking to make a real difference in education? Teaching Personnel are currently recruiting for an enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with additional needs at a welcoming and inclusive school in the LA3 area.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive school environment from September, working with children who require additional help to reach their full potential.
The Role
As an SEN Teaching Assistant, your responsibilities will include:
- Providing 1:1 and small group support for pupils with special educational needs (SEN), including ASD, ADHD, and speech & language difficulties
- Supporting the class teacher in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons
- Assisting with EHCP targets and differentiated learning plans
- Promoting a safe, nurturing, and positive learning environment
- Encouraging pupils’ social, emotional, and academic development
The Ideal Candidate
We are looking for someone who:
- Has experience working with children (school, care, or support setting)
- Demonstrates patience, empathy, and strong communication skills
- Is resilient, adaptable, and committed to supporting SEN pupils
- Holds a relevant qualification (e.g. Level 2/3 in Supporting Teaching & Learning) – desirable but not essential
- Has or is willing to obtain an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service
What Teaching Personnel Offers
- Competitive PAYE pay rate of £14.25 – £15.00 per hour (no umbrella deductions)
- Ongoing CPD opportunities and training
- A dedicated consultant to support you throughout your placement
- Opportunity for long-term and permanent roles
- Weekly pay and flexible working options
About the School
This LA3-based school is known for its inclusive ethos and strong SEN provision, with a supportive leadership team and excellent facilities to support children with additional needs. Staff work collaboratively to ensure every child is given the opportunity to succeed.
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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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