SEN Teaching Assistant, Wigan

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Are you an organised SEN Teaching Assistant looking for your next role in Wigan?

Tradewind are currently recruiting for a hardworking and experienced SEN teaching assistant to work in a Wigan school. The role is for the rest of the academic year starting in January 2021, however it may continue dependent on funding.

We are recruiting for a SEN Teaching Assistant for a school situated in Wigan. This catholic primary school is a one form entry school, rated as good by Ofsted. The school has a caring community feel which is firmly based round the catholic ethos.

The Headteacher provides clear leadership. He has high ambitions for the school and equally high expectations of all staff. Teamwork is strong across the school and everybody works together. The school has strong links with parents, carers, the community and the local catholic church. Behaviour in the school is generally good, and students are respectful of each other and of the adults in the school. The staff all work together to provide a caring, nurturing environment in which their learners will be supported to achieve their potential.

The school is based in Wigan and has excellent motorway links and is easily accessible by public transport with a bus stop outside school.

This primary school is looking for a confident, friendly and flexible SEN Teaching Assistant to work within their Year 3 class. The successful candidate must have excellent behaviour management, a good knowledge of the National Curriculum and have prior experience of supporting children with challenging behaviour and Autism.
The role itself will involve working within the schools year 3 class, supporting a boy with Autism and challenging behaviour on a 1-1 basis.

To join us and be successful in this Teaching Assistant role you will need to:
*Hold a L3 or above Teaching Assistant or equivalent qualification
* SEN experience including ADHD, Autism
*This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) and professional reference checks
*Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and any employment breaks must be explained
*You must have the legal right to work in the UK

By registering with Tradewind Preston, you will benefit from:
* An honest and friendly team with a wealth of educational experience
* Consultants that will listen to what you want and support you wherever necessary
* Top rates of pay through our attraction of the best education talent
* More training and development than any other agency - which is why we can offer you more certified CPD courses than any other education recruitment agency, 25 to be exact! That's 18 more than out next nearest competitor
* A great referral scheme - recommend a friend and earn a generous reward
* Full interview preparation and assistance - so your fully prepped and confident, increasing your chances of success

Click 'Apply Now' to be considered for this great position as a SEN Teaching Assistant in Wigan or for more information about the role, contact Chrissie on 01772 977333 or chrissie.hempstalk@twrecruitment.com
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