Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Poulton-Le-Fylde, Lancashire
Contract Type: Full-Time - 3 weeks (until half-term)
Start Date: 27/01/2025

Job Description:
We are seeking a compassionate and experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join our team on a part-time basis in Poulton-Le-Fylde. This role involves working Monday to Friday providing essential support to students with special educational needs (SEN). It's an excellent opportunity for someone seeking a flexible role with an immediate start.

Key Responsibilities:

Support student with SEN inside and outside of the classroom.
Provide 1:1 or small group assistance, helping children engage with the curriculum and make progress.
Assist the class teacher in creating a supportive and inclusive learning environment.
Implement and follow individual education plans (IEPs) and monitor student progress.
Help manage behaviour and encourage positive social and emotional development.

Requirements:

Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant, ideally within an SEN setting.
Patience, empathy, and the ability to build positive relationships with students.
A relevant qualification in supporting teaching and learning is desirable.
Strong communication skills and a team-player attitude.
Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one).

Benefits:

Competitive pay.
Flexible, part-time hours (afternoons only, Monday to Friday).
Immediate start available.
Supportive school environment with opportunities for professional development.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR SERVICE CARE EDUCATION:

All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, and 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 the legal right to work in the UK.
You must be willing to attend a registration interview.

If you are interested in this role or want further discussion, please contact Lewis O'Donnell either via email: (url removed) or tel: (phone number removed). Alternatively, if you have any friend or colleagues that might be interested, please feel free to refer them as we a have a referral scheme in place of up to 250.