SEND Teaching Assistant


Company:	senploy
Salary:	£92.63 to £123.83 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	WN1 1DQ
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	30 Sept 2026
Closing date:	27 Oct 2026

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Summary

SEND Teaching Assistant - Mainstream School

Location: Wigan, Greater Manchester

Rate: £92.63-£123.83 per day

Contract: Long-term, with temp-to-perm opportunity

Start Date: ASAP

SEND Inclusion Support is recruiting for an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming mainstream school in Wigan, supporting pupils with additional needs and helping them access learning, build confidence and thrive in the classroom.

This is a long-term opportunity with the potential to become permanent, making it ideal for a Teaching Assistant who wants to find the right school and become a valued member of the team.

You'll work closely with the class teacher and SEND team to provide tailored support for pupils with SEND.

Depending on the needs of the pupils, this could include:

1:1 support

Small-group interventions

Supporting pupils to access classroom learning

Helping with communication and interaction

Supporting emotional regulation and behaviour

Adapting activities and resources

Encouraging independence and confidence

Supporting pupils with EHCP outcomes and individual support plans

Working closely with the class teacher and SENDCo

Providing consistent, nurturing support throughout the school day

You may be supporting pupils with autism, ADHD, SEMH, speech and language needs, communication difficulties or other SEND.

We're looking for someone who:

Has previous experience supporting children or young people with SEND

Understands how to adapt support around individual needs

Is confident providing 1:1 and small-group support

Has a calm, patient and nurturing approach

Can build strong relationships with pupils

Is reliable and consistent

Works well as part of a wider school team

Is genuinely passionate about helping children make progress

A relevant TA qualification is desirable, but practical SEND experience and the right approach are equally important.

This isn't a short-term placement where you're moving from school to school.

We're looking for someone who wants to get to know the pupils, become part of the school community and build something long-term.

The role starts on a temporary basis through SEND Inclusion Support, with the opportunity for the right person to move into a permanent position with the school.

If you're an experienced SEND TA looking for a long-term opportunity in a mainstream Wigan school, we'd love to hear from you.

Safeguarding

SEND Inclusion Support is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to satisfactory pre-employment and safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check, right to work verification, references and any other checks relevant to the role and setting.

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