Job Description
Job Title: Unqualified SEND Teaching Assistant (Temp-to-Perm)
Location: SkelmersdaleSetting: Primary & Secondary SEND SchoolContract Type: Full-Time, Temp-to-PermStart Date: ASAP
About the Role
We are working with a welcoming SEND school in Skelmersdale that is looking to appoint an enthusiastic and caring Teaching Assistant to support pupils across both primary and secondary age groups. This is an excellent opportunity for someone without formal qualifications but with the right attitude and transferable experience-whether that's in care, support work, youth work, or personal experience supporting individuals with additional needs.
Key Responsibilities
* Support pupils with a range of SEND needs on a 1:1 and small group basis
* Assist the class teacher with delivering engaging and accessible lessons
* Encourage positive behaviour and emotional regulation
* Support with personal care where required
* Help create a safe, structured, and nurturing environment
* Build strong relationships with pupils and staff
Who We're Looking For
* Background in care, support work, youth work, or similar
* Personal experience supporting individuals with additional needs is highly valued
* Patient, resilient, and proactive approach
* Willingness to learn and develop within a school setting
* Comfortable working with both primary and/or secondary pupils
What's on Offer
* Temp-to-perm opportunity with long-term stability
* Full training and ongoing support provided
* Opportunity to gain experience in education
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR SPENCER CLARKE GROUP
All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
o Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
o You must have legal right to work in the UK
o You must be willing to attend a registration interview
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 14.3% 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.
Spencer Clarke Group work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary, Special Education needs and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.
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