Job Description

Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant - Full-Time

Location: Skelmersdale

Contract Type: Full-Time, Term-Time Only

Role Overview

We are looking for a caring, enthusiastic, and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist primary school in Skelmersdale, supporting pupils aged 4-11 with a range of additional learning needs. This rewarding role involves working closely with teachers and other professionals to provide tailored support, helping pupils achieve their individual learning goals in a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment.

Key Responsibilities

Provide one-to-one and small group support to pupils with a range of Special Educational Needs

Assist the class teacher in delivering engaging and differentiated learning activities across the primary curriculum

Support pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, speech, language and communication needs (SLCN), and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs

Help implement Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) and individual learning programmes

Encourage pupils' independence, confidence, and social development through positive interactions and consistent support

Promote positive behaviour using effective behaviour management strategies and school policies

Work collaboratively with teachers, the SENCO, therapists, parents, and external agencies to support pupil progress

Assist with personal care where required, ensuring pupils' dignity, wellbeing, and safety are always maintained

Requirements

Previous experience supporting children or young people with Special Educational Needs is desirable

A patient, compassionate, and nurturing approach to supporting pupils with additional needs

Good understanding of a range of SEN, including ASD, ADHD, SEMH, and speech, language and communication difficulties

Strong communication and teamwork skills

Ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and families

Relevant Teaching Assistant qualification (Level 2 or Level 3) is desirable but not essential

Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one

Benefits

Competitive salary, dependent on experience

Ongoing CPD and specialist SEN training opportunities

Supportive leadership team and collaborative working environment

Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children with additional needs

Well-resourced specialist primary setting with a strong focus on staff wellbeing and professional developmentAPPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy

Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained

You must have legal right to work in the UK

You must be willing to attend a registration interviewVeritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community