Secondary SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Wigan, Greater Manchester
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Full-time, Term Time Only
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Teaching Personnel is seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join a Secondary SEN School in Wigan from September 2026.

This is a rewarding opportunity to support young people with a range of special educational needs, helping them to access learning, develop independence, and achieve their full potential within a supportive and inclusive school environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support for students with SEND.
• Assist teachers in delivering engaging and differentiated lessons.
• Support students' academic, social, emotional, and personal development.
• Encourage positive behaviour, engagement, and independence.
• Adapt learning resources and strategies to meet individual needs.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff, therapists, and parents/carers.
• Monitor and record student progress and achievements.

Requirements:

• Experience working with children or young people with SEND, either in education, care, or support settings.
• A patient, resilient, and nurturing approach.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with students and staff.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

Desirable Experience:

• Supporting students with Autism (ASC), ADHD, SEMH needs, speech and language difficulties, or moderate to severe learning difficulties.
• Previous experience within a specialist SEN or secondary school setting.
• Relevant Teaching Assistant qualifications or training.

What We Offer:

• Competitive rates of pay.
• Access to ongoing training and professional development.
• Support from a dedicated education consultant.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the educational journey of young people with additional needs.

If you are passionate about supporting students with SEND and are looking for a rewarding role within a specialist secondary setting, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today with your CV and details of your relevant experience.

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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.
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