SEN Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant, Skelmersdale

We are currently recruiting an SEN Teaching Assistant to work within a supportive primary special educational needs setting. This is a temporary to permanent opportunity, with a flexible start date to suit the right candidate. The role involves supporting pupils with a range of additional needs, including autism, communication difficulties, and social, emotional and mental health needs. You will work closely with class teachers and the wider support team to help create a safe, structured and nurturing learning environment.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing one-to-one and small group support

• Assisting with personalised learning plans

• Supporting emotional regulation and positive behaviour

• Encouraging engagement, independence and social development

• Working collaboratively with teaching and therapy staff

The ideal candidate will:

• Have experience working with children with SEN, ideally in a primary setting

• Be patient, resilient and caring

• Have strong communication and teamwork skills

• Be adaptable and committed to supporting individual needs

This role is well suited to someone seeking long-term stability with the opportunity to secure a permanent position. Full support and guidance will be provided throughout the placement.

If you are passionate about supporting children with additional needs and are looking for a flexible start with long-term potential, we would love to hear from you.

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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