New Directions Education are currently recruiting for a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to work in a supportive and inclusive primary school in Wigan. This is a full-time, long-term role with the potential to become permanent for the right candidate.
The School:
A welcoming and nurturing primary school with a strong reputation for supporting children with a wide range of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
Led by a passionate and experienced senior leadership team who value the importance of tailored support for every child.
The school offers a caring and inclusive environment where both pupils and staff are encouraged to thrive.
The Role:
Working 1:1 or in small groups to support pupils with SEND, including those with autism, ADHD, speech and language needs, or social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) challenges.
Assisting the class teacher with differentiated activities and behaviour management strategies to help pupils access learning.
Supporting pupils’ emotional well-being and helping them to develop social and communication skills in a safe and structured environment.
Collaborating with SENCOs, teachers, and external professionals to ensure the best outcomes for each child.
The Ideal Candidate Will:
Be compassionate, patient, and enthusiastic about working with children.
Be willing to undergo an enhanced DBS check and register with the update service, if not already in place.
Be able to provide a reference from a recent employer or placement within the last 5 years.
We also welcome candidates from the following backgrounds: Care work, healthcare/ NHS, support work, sports coaching, childcare/nursery work or Youth work or mentoring
What New Directions Education Ltd offers:
A dedicated and expert Account Manager
Regular and varied supply work
Competitive rates of pay
Potential long-term teaching roles
Full compliance with the Agency Workers Regulation (AWR)
A network of branches across the UK
Preferred supplier to more than 20 boroughs across the UK
Recommend-a-friend scheme
Respected reputation across the education and recruitment industry
New Directions Education Ltd is acting as an Employment
Business in relation
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