SEND Teaching Assistant

1:1 Teaching Assistant (Autism Support) – Wigan, WN4
Contract Type: Full-Time, Temporary (with potential to become permanent)
Salary: Dependent on experience and qualifications

A friendly and inclusive primary school in the WN4 area is seeking an experienced 1:1 Teaching Assistant to support a pupil with autism after October half-term.

Role Overview:

• Provide 1:1 support for a pupil with autism, ensuring their learning, social, and emotional needs are met throughout the school day.
• Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to deliver structured and engaging learning activities tailored to the pupil’s individual needs.
• Implement strategies to promote positive behaviour, focus, and independence.
• Promote inclusion, ensuring the pupil can fully participate in classroom and wider school activities.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).
• Experience supporting children with autism or other additional needs.
• A Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or relevant experience).
• A calm, patient, and adaptable approach, with the ability to build positive and trusting relationships.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills, with a passion for helping children reach their potential.

In Return, You’ll Receive:

• The opportunity to make a genuine impact on a child’s educational and personal development.
• A supportive and nurturing school environment with a dedicated team.
• Access to ongoing professional development and specialist autism training.
• The potential for a long-term or permanent role for the right candidate.
• Continued support from a dedicated recruitment consultant throughout your placement.

If you’re a caring and motivated Teaching Assistant with a passion for supporting children with Special Educational Needs, we’d love to hear from you. Please send your updated CV or contact our Wigan branch on 01942 355 059 for more details.

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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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