SEN Teaching Assistant

Prospero Teaching

Posted 2 days ago, valid for 7 days

Oldham, Lancashire OL1 1AD, England

£85 - £110 per day

Full Time

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Sonic Summary

Prospero Teaching is looking for individuals interested in a career as a SEN Teaching Assistant (TA) in Oldham, Greater Manchester.
Candidates should ideally have experience working with children or supporting adults with additional needs, but those without experience are also encouraged to apply if they have a desire to start.
The role involves providing tailored support to students aged 11-16 with special educational needs, including moderate and complex learning difficulties, autism, and social-emotional challenges.
The minimum daily rate for this temporary position is £85, with working hours from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday to Friday during term time.
While a teaching assistant qualification is desired, it is not essential, and candidates with relevant experience should apply as the start date is as soon as possible.

Prospero Teaching are seeking individuals who would like a career as a SEN TA. Ideally you will have some previous experience working closely with children or supporting adults with additional needs, but we also consider those with no experience of either but have a desire to start.

We are working closely with a large organisation that offers education support to those with moderate and complex learning difficulties, autism, speech & language difficulties and Social, emotional & mental health difficulties.

Teaching assistants are required to join the team, supporting students aged 11-16 years old throughout their academic day on a 1:1 basis or in small groups.

The role is working in SEN Support and will consist of:

Providing tailored support and working with children with SEMH and SEN (special education needs)
Creating a safe environment that allows the children to have fun, learn and succeed
Academic support of a 1:1 basis or in small groups
Assisting the teacher

The Ideal Candidate:

Teaching assistant qualification would be desired but not essential
Experience of supporting pupils with SEN on a voluntary or paid basis OR
Experience of working with children in a youth setting

Position Details:

Location - Oldham, Greater Manchester
Position - SEN Teaching Assistant
Contract Type - Temporary (with possible permanent opportunities)
Minimum Daily Rate - £85
Hours - 8.30-3.30pm (Term Time only) Monday - Friday
Start Date - ASAP

If this role appeals to you, please apply now. Or for more information about the role, please contact Zoe McDonald on 0161 393 6725 or email

Unfortunately, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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