Teaching Assistant

Job Advertisement: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Mainstream Secondary School, Accrington, Lancashire
Start Date: February Half Term 2025
Contract: Full-time

Are you a compassionate and committed individual with a passion for supporting students with Special Educational Needs (SEN)? Our welcoming secondary school in Accrington is seeking a SEN Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated team from February Half Term 2025.

About the Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Work closely with teachers to provide tailored support for students with SEN, ensuring they can access the curriculum and thrive in the classroom.
• Assist in the development and implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
• Support students in small groups or on a one-to-one basis, depending on their needs.
• Help foster a positive, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.
• Monitor and report on student progress to teachers and SEN coordinators.

About You

To succeed in this role, you should have:

• Experience working with students with SEN, ideally in a secondary school setting.
• A caring and patient approach to working with children and young people.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to work collaboratively with teachers, staff, and parents.
• A commitment to promoting inclusivity and equal opportunities for all students.

Relevant qualifications such as a Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant certificate or experience in SEN support are highly desirable but not essential.

How to Apply

If you are enthusiastic about supporting young people and helping them reach their potential, we would love to hear from you! Please click the link below to apply ensuring your up-to-date CV is attached and a member of the Lancashire Secondary Branch will be in touch to discuss further.

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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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