Our Primary School is a nurturing and inclusive school dedicated to supporting every pupil to reach their full potential. We pride ourselves on our warm, welcoming environment and our commitment to providing exceptional education for children with special educational needs.
Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Nelson
Salary: £13.75 - £14 per hour
Contract Type: Full-time (temporary)
Start Date: Monday 1st September 2025
The Role:
We are seeking a compassionate, patient, and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated team. You will work closely with class teachers and the SENCO to support pupils with a range of additional needs, both in the classroom and during intervention sessions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide 1:1 or small group support to pupils with SEN, ensuring they can access the curriculum
- Assist the class teacher in planning and delivering tailored learning activities
- Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to staff and parents
- Support pupils’ emotional and social development
- Foster a positive, safe, and stimulating learning environment
About You:
- Experience working with children with special educational needs (in a school or similar setting)
- A caring, adaptable, and resilient nature
- Good communication and teamwork skills
- Understanding of safeguarding and child protection policies
- A relevant qualification (e.g., Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification) is desirable
We Offer:
- A supportive and experienced team
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
- A rewarding role making a real difference in pupils' lives
- A well-resourced school with a focus on staff wellbeing
How to Apply:
Please send your CV, outlining your relevant experience working with SEN children.
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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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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