Teaching Assistant

We are currently supporting a specialist primary school in Atherton, Wigan with their recruitment for a Teaching Assistant to support children with severe and complex special educational needs.

The school caters for pupils aged 4-11 and all children have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). The school supports pupils with a range of additional needs including Autism and Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD). The school provides a highly nurturing and personalised environment where children are encouraged to develop their communication, social skills, independence and emotional wellbeing. Rowan Tree Primary School works closely with families and external professionals to ensure every child can access learning and make progress.

The ideal Teaching Assistant will be someone who can:

• Support pupils with their learning and engagement in the classroom
• Build positive relationships with children who have additional and complex needs
• Assist with personal care where required
• Support the development of communication, social interaction and independence skills
• Help pupils regulate emotions and engage positively throughout the school day

This role would be suitable for candidates with experience in Education, Care, Support Work, Youth Work, Residential Care, Healthcare, or SEND settings. The position is full-time, Monday to Friday, working school hours.

The successful applicant will be required to undergo standard vetting checks, including obtaining two employment references, document verification, and an enhanced DBS on the Update Service.

If you are looking for a rewarding role supporting children with additional needs and helping them achieve their full potential, please apply today with your updated CV and we will be in touch.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
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.
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