Secondary SEN Teaching Assistant – Oldham
Location: Oldham
Pay: Competitive, based on experience
Contract: Full-time
Teaching Personnel is seeking an experienced Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teaching Assistant to join a supportive secondary school in the Oldham area. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference to students with additional needs. The children you will be supporting have a range of needs including Autism, ADHD, Speech, Language and Communication needs, Sensory processing difficulties and challenging behaviour.
Key Responsibilities
1. Provide one-to-one and small group support tailored to individual learning needs.
2. Assist teachers in differentiating lessons for pupils with SEN.
3. Support students with emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies.
4. Help implement Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) effectively.
5. Promote inclusive learning environments and encourage student engagement.
6. Monitor and record pupil progress, reporting to the SENCO and teaching staff.
7. Work collaboratively with teachers, parents, and external professionals to ensure holistic support.
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Requirements
* Previous experience supporting students with SEN in a school setting.
* Strong communication skills and a patient, empathetic approach.
* Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.
* At least two employment references covering the last 24 months
* Safeguarding training (provided by Teaching Personnel)
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What We Offer
* Competitive pay rates based on experience.
* Access to specialist training and CPD through Teaching Personnel.
* A rewarding role where you can make a real impact on young lives.
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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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