SEN Teaching Assistant

Are you passionate about supporting young people with special educational needs? We’re working with a highly respected specialist SEN school in Oldham to recruit full-time SEN Teaching Assistants for immediate starts.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Supporting pupils with Autism, communication difficulties, and behavioural needs

• Assisting with classroom tasks, learning activities, and social development

• Helping children with emotional regulation and challenging behaviour

• Working closely with teachers and a high staff-to-pupil support team

About the School:

• Purpose-built SEN facilities including sensory rooms and soft play areas

• Tailored classes for different needs

• Supportive and welcoming team environment

What We’re Looking For:

Essential:

• Experience supporting children or young people in a UK school or care setting

• Availability Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm

Desirable:

• Experience with complex autism and managing challenging behaviour

• A positive, proactive attitude and genuine passion for SEN support

Requirements:

• Right to work in the UK (we cannot accept overseas applicants)

• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willing to obtain)

• Up-to-date safeguarding training and references from the last 2 years

This is a full-time, term-time only role. Part-time positions are not available.

If you're ready to make a difference in a rewarding SEN environment, apply today with your CV. Immediate interviews available.

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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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