Job Title: Teaching Assistant
Location: Wigan
Start Date: ASAP
Hours: 8:15 AM - 3:45 PM (30-minute lunch)
Pay Rate: £13.69 to £15.83 per hour
Contract Type: Full-time, Long-term
Reeson Education is seeking a committed and compassionate Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in the area of Wigan. This full-time, long-term Teaching Assistant role is to begin as soon as possible and offers an excellent opportunity to make a lasting impact supporting a pupil on a 1:1 basis.
The school is looking for a nurturing Teaching Assistant who can build strong, supportive relationships with children and contribute positively to the wider school community.
About the Teaching Assistant Role:
1. The Teaching Assistant will provide 1:1 support to a pupil in Year 3.
2. The pupil has a diagnosis of ASD, MLD, and some social and emotional needs.
3. The Teaching Assistant will focus on emotional regulation, classroom engagement, and supporting learning tasks.
4. The Teaching Assistant will work closely with the class teacher and SENDCO to deliver tailored strategies.
5. This Teaching Assistant role requires patience, creativity, and a flexible, child-led approach.
The Ideal Teaching Assistant Will:
6. Have experience working with pupils with SEND, particularly ASD or MLD.
7. Be a Teaching Assistant who is resilient, empathetic, and proactive.
8. Be confident supporting emotional and behavioural needs in a classroom setting.
9. Be a Teaching Assistant who can remain calm, consistent, and encouraging.
10. Be a team player who communicates effectively with staff and families.
Teaching Assistant Requirements:
11. Valid Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willing to apply).
12. Two professional references covering the last two years.
13. Right to work in the UK.
14. Previous experience in a Teaching Assistant role, ideally with SEND experience.
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