SEN Support Assistant New

Skelmersdale
Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities Available
Competitive Daily Rates
Primary & Secondary Schools

Are you passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children and young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN)?

Teaching Personnel are currently recruiting SEN Support Assistants to work across a range of Primary and Secondary schools in the Skelmersdale area. We are looking for dedicated, patient, and enthusiastic individuals who are committed to supporting pupils with additional needs to achieve their full potential.

As an SEN Support Assistant, you will work closely with teaching staff to provide tailored support to pupils with a variety of needs, including:

• Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
• Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs
• ADHD
• Learning Disabilities
• Speech and Language Difficulties
• Challenging Behaviour

Responsibilities may include:

• Providing 1:1 and small group support.
• Supporting pupils both inside and outside the classroom.
• Encouraging positive behaviour and social development.
• Assisting with learning activities and differentiated work.
• Helping to create a safe, supportive and inclusive learning environment.
• Building positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents.

We welcome applications from candidates with experience in:

• Education or school settings
• Care and support work
• Youth work
• Residential care
• Mental health support
• Coaching or mentoring roles

Candidates should be:

✅ Patient, resilient and compassionate
✅ Confident supporting children and young people with additional needs
✅ Strong communicators with excellent relationship-building skills
✅ Able to work independently and as part of a team
✅ Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

• Flexible full-time and part-time opportunities
• Competitive pay rates
• Ongoing CPD and training opportunities
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent positions
• A rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference every day

Whether you're an experienced SEN professional or looking to start a rewarding career supporting children and young people, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to join Teaching Personnel and help shape positive futures for pupils across Skelmersdale.