SEN Primary Teaching Assistant
| Posting date: | 18 September 2025 |
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| Salary: | £100 per day |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 16 October 2025 |
| Location: | Hindley, Borough of Wigan |
| Company: | senploy |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 188708 |
Summary
SEN Primary Teaching Assistant - 1:1 Support (Hindley)
Location: Hindley
Start Date: September 2025
Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday
Salary: £95-£105 per day (depending on experience)
Contract: Ongoing, via agency
We are working on behalf of a welcoming primary school in Hindley who are seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team this September. This role will be on a 1:1 basis, supporting a non-verbal autistic child in the classroom.
The ideal candidate will be patient, nurturing and confident in using strategies to support communication and engagement. Experience with visual timetables is essential, while knowledge of Makaton is highly desirable (but not essential).
Key Responsibilities:
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Providing 1:1 support for a non-verbal autistic child in a primary classroom
Providing 1:1 support for a non-verbal autistic child in a primary classroom
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Using visual timetables and other communication aids to support understanding and routine
Using visual timetables and other communication aids to support understanding and routine
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Supporting the child's learning, emotional regulation and social interaction
Supporting the child's learning, emotional regulation and social interaction
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Assisting the teacher in adapting activities to suit individual needs
Assisting the teacher in adapting activities to suit individual needs
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Working closely with the SENCO, class teacher and parents to ensure progress
Working closely with the SENCO, class teacher and parents to ensure progress
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Encouraging independence and positive engagement in the classroom environment
Encouraging independence and positive engagement in the classroom environment
What We're Looking For:
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Previous experience supporting children with Autism in a primary setting
Previous experience supporting children with Autism in a primary setting
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Confidence in using visual timetables (essential)
Confidence in using visual timetables (essential)
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Makaton experience (desirable but not essential)
Makaton experience (desirable but not essential)
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A patient, calm and supportive approach
A patient, calm and supportive approach
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Excellent teamwork and communication skills
Excellent teamwork and communication skills
What We Can Offer:
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Competitive daily rate of £95-£105 per day
Competitive daily rate of £95-£105 per day
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Ongoing agency support and regular check-ins
Ongoing agency support and regular check-ins
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Access to free CPD and training opportunities
Access to free CPD and training opportunities
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Long-term role with potential for permanent placement
Long-term role with potential for permanent placement
This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS (child and adult workforce), satisfactory references, and full compliance with KCSIE (2024) guidance and safer recruitment standards. Overseas police checks may be required where applicable. Educato Limited is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Educato Limited acts as an employment business in relation to this vacancy.
Location: Hindley
Start Date: September 2025
Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday
Salary: £95-£105 per day (depending on experience)
Contract: Ongoing, via agency
We are working on behalf of a welcoming primary school in Hindley who are seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team this September. This role will be on a 1:1 basis, supporting a non-verbal autistic child in the classroom.
The ideal candidate will be patient, nurturing and confident in using strategies to support communication and engagement. Experience with visual timetables is essential, while knowledge of Makaton is highly desirable (but not essential).
Key Responsibilities:
-
Providing 1:1 support for a non-verbal autistic child in a primary classroom
Providing 1:1 support for a non-verbal autistic child in a primary classroom
-
Using visual timetables and other communication aids to support understanding and routine
Using visual timetables and other communication aids to support understanding and routine
-
Supporting the child's learning, emotional regulation and social interaction
Supporting the child's learning, emotional regulation and social interaction
-
Assisting the teacher in adapting activities to suit individual needs
Assisting the teacher in adapting activities to suit individual needs
-
Working closely with the SENCO, class teacher and parents to ensure progress
Working closely with the SENCO, class teacher and parents to ensure progress
-
Encouraging independence and positive engagement in the classroom environment
Encouraging independence and positive engagement in the classroom environment
What We're Looking For:
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Previous experience supporting children with Autism in a primary setting
Previous experience supporting children with Autism in a primary setting
-
Confidence in using visual timetables (essential)
Confidence in using visual timetables (essential)
-
Makaton experience (desirable but not essential)
Makaton experience (desirable but not essential)
-
A patient, calm and supportive approach
A patient, calm and supportive approach
-
Excellent teamwork and communication skills
Excellent teamwork and communication skills
What We Can Offer:
-
Competitive daily rate of £95-£105 per day
Competitive daily rate of £95-£105 per day
-
Ongoing agency support and regular check-ins
Ongoing agency support and regular check-ins
-
Access to free CPD and training opportunities
Access to free CPD and training opportunities
-
Long-term role with potential for permanent placement
Long-term role with potential for permanent placement
This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS (child and adult workforce), satisfactory references, and full compliance with KCSIE (2024) guidance and safer recruitment standards. Overseas police checks may be required where applicable. Educato Limited is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Educato Limited acts as an employment business in relation to this vacancy.