SEND Teaching Assistant
| Company: | senploy |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £14.25 to £15.50 an hour |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | WN8 6NH |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Posting date: | 16 Sept 2026 |
| Closing date: | 13 Oct 2026 |
Summary
Key Stage Teacher Supply are seeking a compassionate and proactive SEND Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEND school in Skelmersdale supporting pupils with a range of additional needs.
This is a full time, long term position, working with pupils who require additional support with learning, communication and personal development.
The school caters for pupils with a variety of needs and provides a highly supportive environment with experienced staff and access to specialist training, making it an excellent opportunity for a SEND Teaching Assistant looking to develop their experience in a specialist setting.
SEND Teaching Assistant benefits:
- Competitive hourly pay, (dependent on experience)
• PAYE paid weekly
• Long-term stability
• Access to specialist SEND training and CPD opportunities
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
• £150 refer a friend scheme (T&Cs apply)
SEND Teaching Assistant role requirements:
- Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant or within an SEND setting
• Experience supporting pupils with a range of additional needs (ASD, ADHD, SEMH, MLD)
• Strong communication, patience and resilience
• Ability to build positive and consistent relationships with pupils
• A proactive and adaptable approach
• Willingness to support with personal care if required (training provided)
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil wellbeing
• Enhanced DBS on the update service or willingness to apply
The successful SEND Teaching Assistant will:
- Support pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
• Assist with both learning activities and personal development
• Support pupils with communication, behaviour and engagement
• Help create a safe, structured and inclusive learning environment
• Work closely with teachers, SENCO and wider support staff
• Adapt support strategies to meet individual pupil needs
Interested in this SEND Teaching Assistant job in Skelmersdale?
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Safeguarding & Compliance
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expect all staff and candidates to share this commitment.
Our recruitment processes follow Safer Recruitment guidelines in line with current legislation, including Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) and Working Together to Safeguard Children (2023). All appointments are subject to pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.
We are also committed to creating an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences, and are happy to make reasonable adjustments where required.
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We're proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and committed to creating accessible opportunities across education.
As part of our registration process, you'll need an enhanced DBS check and we'll need to see and copy your original qualifications before any placement. Teaching roles require Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.