Year 4 Teaching Assistant

Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant (Full-Time)

Location: Primary School in Leyland, United Kingdom

Hours: 8:30 am - 3:00 pm, Monday to Friday

Start Date: January

Salary: Competitive, based on experience

Are you passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of children with complex needs?

We are looking for a compassionate and committed SEN Teaching Assistant to support a young boy in Year 4 with complex needs and Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) challenges. This is a full-time position within a welcoming and inclusive primary school in the Leyland area.

About the Role:

As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in ensuring the child receives the support they need to thrive both academically and emotionally. Working closely with the class teacher and SENDCo, you will help create a nurturing and structured environment tailored to the child's specific needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide one-to-one support for a child with complex needs and SEMH in Year 4.
• Assist in implementing and following the child's Individual Education Plan (IEP).
• Support the child with academic tasks, emotional regulation, and social interaction.
• Foster a safe and inclusive learning environment that encourages growth and independence.
• Work collaboratively with the teaching staff and external professionals to ensure consistency in the child's care and education.
• Record and monitor progress, providing feedback to the teacher and parents/guardians.
• Help prepare and adapt classroom resources to meet the child's individual needs.

What We're Looking For:

• Previous experience supporting children with SEMH or complex needs is highly desirable.
• A genuine passion for working with children and helping them reach their full potential.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build trust with the child, staff, and parents.
• Patience, empathy, and a calm approach to managing challenging behaviours.
• Flexibility, resilience, and the ability to adapt to changing needs.
• A relevant qualification in childcare, education, or SEND support is an advantage but not essential.

What We Offer:

• A supportive and inclusive school environment.
• The opportunity to make a real difference in the life of a child.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Competitive salary based on experience.

Application Requirements:

• An Enhanced DBS Disclosure and professional reference checks (or willingness to obtain them).
• A CV covering the last 10 years of employment (with explanations for any gaps).
• The legal right to work in the UK.

If you are interested, then please contact Joseph Chanter on 01772 954200 and click on the apply button below.

Referral Scheme

If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, don't forget that we offer up to £350* if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job (T&C's apply). For more details, contact the office at Spencer Clarke Group on 01772 954200

Why should you choose SCG?

At SCG, we understand and appreciate the contribution supply staff make to education, and we strive to ensure you feel valued as a member of our team.

Individuals working for SCG benefit from:

• Excellent rates of pay.
• Ongoing support and guidance throughout your education career.
• A flexible approach to work.
• Long term and temporary opportunities.
• A trained team of education consultants

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 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.

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.

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