Unqualified SEND Teaching Assistant - Skelmersdale Primary School

Location: Skelmersdale
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Type: Temporary - Full Time
Pay: £109.85 per day

Spencer Clarke Group are working with a supportive primary school in Skelmersdale who are seeking an Unqualified SEND Teaching Assistant to join their team on a full-time basis.
This rewarding role involves supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), including children with Autism (ASC), ADHD, speech and language difficulties, communication needs and social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs. The successful candidate will help pupils access learning, develop confidence and achieve positive outcomes within a structured and nurturing environment.
The school are looking for someone who can provide consistency, reliability and punctuality, building strong relationships with pupils who thrive with familiar routines and trusted adults. This is an ideal opportunity for someone with experience in care, residential settings, youth work or specialist support who is looking to transition into education.

The Role:

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEND.
• Support children with Autism, ADHD and a range of additional learning needs.
• Help pupils regulate emotions, manage behaviour and engage positively in lessons.
• Work alongside the class teacher to adapt learning activities and provide personalised support.
• Support speech, language and communication development.
• Encourage independence, confidence and positive social interaction.
• Maintain a calm, inclusive and supportive learning environment.
• Build consistent and trusting relationships that enable pupils to flourish.

Essential Experience:

Applicants should have experience supporting children or young people with:

• SEND or additional learning needs.
• Autism (ASC), ADHD or communication needs.
• Behavioural or emotional regulation needs.
• Physical or medical needs (desirable).
• Care, residential, youth work or similar support backgrounds.

Applications without relevant SEND or support experience may not be shortlisted.

What We're Looking For:

• A patient, caring and resilient approach.
• Strong emotional empathy and excellent communication skills.
• Confidence supporting behaviour and emotional regulation.
• A proactive and adaptable attitude.
• Excellent reliability, punctuality and commitment.
• A genuine passion for helping children overcome barriers to learning.

Why Work With Spencer Clarke Group?

• Competitive daily pay of £109.85 per day.
• Full-time opportunity within a supportive primary school.
• Long-term placements with potential for permanent opportunities.
• Ongoing support from experienced education consultants.
• Access to a wide range of schools and future career opportunities.

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Application Requirements

All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks and Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our safeguarding policy.
Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and explain any gaps. Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK and be willing to attend a registration interview.
All pay rates quoted include 14.3% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position; in some cases, permanent opportunities may arise at a later date.
Spencer Clarke Group works with a variety of schools across a wide geographical area, covering Primary, Secondary, Special Educational Needs, college-level teaching and support staff roles.