SEN Teaching Assistant (Mornings Only)
Location: Leigh, Greater Manchester
Schedule: Part-Time (Monday - Friday, 08:30 - 12:30)
Duration: As soon as possible - Ongoing
Are you a patient, adaptable, and compassionate educator looking for a rewarding role that fits around your afternoons?
A welcoming primary school in Leigh is seeking a dedicated Level 2 or Level 3 SEN Teaching Assistant to provide vital support to pupils with diverse learning needs. This is a dynamic role where you will move between various classes, ensuring children with additional needs have the consistency and encouragement they need to thrive during their morning core subjects.
The Role
Targeted Support: Work 1:1 or in small groups with children with various needs, including ASD, ADHD, and moderate learning difficulties.
Specialist Provision: Utilise the school's dedicated Sensory Room and breakout spaces to help pupils regulate and refocus.
Classroom Collaboration: Move across different year groups to support class teachers during the busy morning periods.
Removing Barriers: Adapt tasks and use sensory or visual aids to help pupils engage with the curriculum at their own pace.
What We're Looking For
Qualifications: A minimum of a Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent) is required.
Enhanced level child only DBS
Legal right to work in the UK
Professional refs
Experience: Previous experience working with children with SEN (Special Educational Needs) is essential-this could be in a school, care, or youth work setting.
The "Right" Energy: You are resilient, empathetic, and able to stay calm under pressure.
Proactive Nature: Someone who can spot a child struggling and step in with the right support before they become overwhelmed.
Why This Role?
Work-Life Balance: Perfect for those looking to keep their afternoons free for study, family, or other commitments.
Inclusive Environment: Join a school in Leigh known for its "whole-child" ethos and excellent SEN provisions.
Professional Growth: Gain experience across multiple year groups and see the tangible impact of your support every single morning.
If you're an experienced primary teaching assistant looking for an exciting new opportunity and would like to register with Tradewind Recruitment, please apply now and take the next step in your career! Or for more information about the role, contact Lindsey Pennington on (phone number removed) /
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The benefits of joining Tradewind Recruitment;
Your income matters; we will always seek to get you the highest rate of pay and will provide you with the best possible advice
Your development matters; we offer our people free access to over 2,500 CPD courses, webinars and resources via the incredible National College
Your flexibility matters; we tailor the working week to you - daily supply, long-term contracts and permanent positions available local to you
Your wellbeing matters; we put people at the heart of everything we do and are proudly a Sunday Times Top 100 employer for 4 years running
We pride ourselves on our exceptional service to our candidates and are proudly an Equal Opportunities Employer