SEND Teaching Assistant

Job description

Experienced Teaching Assistant – SEND Support Location: Wigan & Leigh
Hours: Full-time, part-time and temp to perm opportunities
Start Date: ASAP We are looking for experienced Teaching Assistants to support children and young people across schools in Wigan and St Helens . We are particularly interested in candidates with experience supporting SEND, SEMH, autism, ADHD, behavioural needs or additional learning needs . The role may involve: 1:1 support for pupils with additional needs
Small-group interventions
Supporting emotional regulation and behaviour
Helping pupils access learning and build confidence
Working closely with teachers and SENCOs
Providing consistent pastoral and nurture-based support
We would like to hear from candidates with previous experience as a TA, LSA, HLTA, SEN support worker or similar , although transferable experience from care, youth work, mentoring or mental-health support will also be considered. Relevant education, SEND, childcare or mental-health qualifications are desirable, and an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service would be beneficial. If you are patient, reliable and passionate about supporting children with additional needs, we would love to hear from you. Apply today with an up-to-date CV.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Wigan

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

03-11-2026

Profession type

Teaching / Instructors / Guides

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English