SEND Teaching Assistant, Up Holland

Job Description

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

New Directions Education Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.