SEN Teaching Assistant

1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant

Start Date: September

Duration: Full-time (5 days a week)

Pay Rate: £99 a day

Location: Wigan

Are you a compassionate and patient educator with a heart for Special Educational Needs (SEN)?

A supportive 1 form entry primary school in Wigan is seeking a dedicated 1:1 Teaching Assistant to join their Early Years team. This role is specifically focused on supporting a child in Reception with additional learning needs, ensuring they have a positive and inclusive start to their school journey.

The Role

This is a 1:1 position where you will become a consistent, calming presence for a single pupil. Your primary goal is to bridge the gap between the child's individual needs and the classroom environment, helping them access the EYFS curriculum at their own pace.

Key Responsibilities:

Individualised Support: Implement tasks set out in the child's Individual Education Plan (IEP) or EHCP.

Social & Emotional Development: Help the pupil navigate social interactions with peers and manage emotional regulation.

Communication Support: Use visual aids (such as PECS or Now-and-Next boards) to help the child understand the daily routine.

Personalised Learning: Break down classroom instructions into manageable, sensory-friendly activities.

Collaboration: Work closely with the Class Teacher, SENCO, and external therapists to monitor and report on pr...