SEN Teaching Assistant
Job description
SEN Teaching Assistant – Full-Time | Whalley Range | November Start
Teaching Personnel is excited to partner with a highly regarded, inclusive primary school in Whalley Range, seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team. This full-time role (8:30 AM – 3:30 PM) starts in November and focuses on delivering personalised support to pupils with Special Educational Needs through one-to-one and small group interventions.
Rated ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted, the school is renowned for its nurturing environment and commitment to inclusion. You’ll become part of a supportive and collaborative team that values the vital role of skilled support staff in enhancing pupil progress.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide targeted SEN support to pupils individually and in small groups
- Assist teachers with planning and delivering tailored learning activities
- Support the implementation and regular review of Individual Education Plans (IEPs)
- Help maintain a safe, inclusive, and engaging classroom environment
- Collaborate with teachers, SENCOs, and external professionals to monitor pupil progress
- Adapt support approaches to meet the changing needs of pupils
What We’re Looking For
- GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths
- Experience working with children with SEN
- A patient, empathetic, and adaptable approach to supporting learners
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting child welfare
- Level 2 Safeguarding certification, or willingness to complete training
Why Work with Teaching Personnel?
- Flexible Opportunities – Roles tailored to your skills and career ambitions
- Professional Development – Ongoing training through our CPD Academy
- Competitive Weekly Pay – Based on your experience and availability
- Easy Administration – Manage bookings and documents through our myTP portal
- Supportive Environment – Safeguarding and professionalism at our core
- Recognition & Rewards – Celebrate achievements with our Excellence in Education Awards
Make a Real Difference
If you’re passionate about supporting children with SEN and eager to develop your career in a high-performing, inclusive school, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your CV today, and a member of our team will be in touch to discuss the next steps.
Safeguarding Statement
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check and provide satisfactory references before 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.
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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