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SEN Teaching Assistant

  1. Teaching Assistant
  2. Wigan
Date posted : 02/01/25
  1. Flexible Working
£83.85 - 100.00 per day

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistants Needed – Secondary Schools in Wigan

Our client secondary schools in Wigan are seeking dedicated SEN Teaching Assistants to support students with additional needs and ensure inclusive learning environments.

Key Details:

  • Immediate Start available for flexible, part-time, or full-time roles.
  • Earn £84 - £100 per day, depending on experience and responsibilities.
  • Opportunities to work between 2-5 days per week, tailored to your availability.
  • Gain experience across a range of schools in the Wigan area, including those with strong SEN provisions.

Your Role:

  • Supporting students with Special Educational Needs (SEN) in both one-to-one and group settings.
  • Assisting class teachers with adapting lesson materials to meet diverse learning needs.
  • Managing behaviour and providing emotional support to ensure a positive learning environment.
  • Collaborating with SENCOs and senior staff to implement Education, Health, and Care Plans (EHCPs).
  • Using your skills and initiative to help students develop confidence and achieve their potential.

Requirements:

  • Prior experience working with children or young people with SEN, ideally in a secondary school setting.
  • Relevant qualifications or training in supporting SEN (e.g., CACHE, Level 2/3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning, or equivalent).
  • A passion for education and an understanding of the challenges faced by students with additional needs.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to adapt to varying classroom environments.

Location & Accessibility:
Our schools are conveniently located across Wigan, accessible by car via the M6, A577, and A580, and by public transport from Greater Manchester, Bolton, and surrounding areas.

Apply Now:
To express your interest, please send your CV (highlighting your experience working with SEN students and any relevant qualifications) via the link below or contact our Wigan and Warrington branch for further details.

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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