SEN Teaching Assistant

Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Walton-le-Dale
Contract Type: Full-Time, Monday to Friday
Start Date: ASAP
Daily Rate: £110 per day
Do you have the patience and consistency to make a real difference to a child with additional needs? A school in Walton-le-Dale needs an SEN Teaching Assistant to start ASAP.

About the Role:

Working closely with the SENDCo and class teacher, you will support pupils with a range of additional needs so they can take a full part in school life. The emphasis is on building trust with the pupil and keeping their day predictable and calm.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supporting pupils with SEND in class and in intervention sessions
• Following individual plans and behaviour strategies consistently
• Helping pupils manage transitions and regulate during the day
• Encouraging independence rather than doing the work for them
• Keeping accurate records and reporting any changes

What We Are Looking For:

• Experience with SEND, whether in school, care, support work or as a parent carer
• A resilient and patient nature
• Willingness to follow a plan precisely, even on difficult days
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or a willingness to apply for one
• Good communication with staff and families

What You Will Receive:

• £110 per day
• Long term placements where you build a real relationship with the pupil
• A dedicated consultant who knows the local schools
• Free ongoing CPD and safeguarding training
• Weekly pay
• A refer a friend scheme

About Spencer Clarke Group:

We are a specialist education recruitment agency working with primary, secondary and SEND schools across the North West. We take the time to understand what you want from your next role and we are honest with you about what is available.

Apply now

If you are interested in this role, click apply or get in touch with Georgia at Spencer Clarke Group for a confidential conversation.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR SPENCER CLARKE GROUP
All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy

• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 14.3% 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.
Spencer Clarke Group work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary, Special Education needs and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.