Support Staff in Schools
Job description
Teaching Personnel are currently recruiting dedicated and experienced support staff to work within a number of Special Educational Needs (SEN) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) schools across Wigan.
These roles involve supporting pupils who require additional help to access learning and manage their behaviour in a structured educational environment.
Role Details
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Location: Wigan
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Hours: Monday – Friday, 08:30 – 15:30
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Contract: Full-time only
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Start: ASAP / Ongoing opportunities available
Key Responsibilities
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Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with SEN and SEMH needs
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Assist pupils in engaging with classroom activities and learning tasks
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Support pupils with behaviour management and emotional regulation
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Work closely with teachers and support staff to maintain a safe and structured learning environment
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Build positive relationships with pupils to encourage confidence and independence
Requirements
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Previous experience working with children or young people with SEN/SEMH is essential
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Strong behaviour management and communication skills
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Patient, resilient, and able to remain calm in challenging situations
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A genuine passion for supporting young people in their development
This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of pupils who require additional support in their education.
If you are interested in this role, please apply today
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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