SEN Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant (TA) - No Qualification Needed
Ormskirk, Lancashire
£90 - £100 per day
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What's the job?

We're looking for a caring, reliable SEN Teaching Assistant to support young people (16+) with additional needs in an SEN setting in Ormskirk.

You'll help students feel supported, stay engaged, and build confidence in a calm, structured environment.

What you'll be doing:

Supporting students 1:1 or in small groups
Helping with classwork + life skills
Encouraging confidence, independence, and routine
Managing behaviour using calm, supportive techniques
Working closely with teachers and support staff
Adapting tasks to suit different learning needs

You'd be a good fit if you:

Have experience with young people (SEN is a bonus, not essential)
Are patient, calm, and understanding
Can stay positive, even in challenging situations
Work well in a team
Genuinely want to make a difference

Requirements:

Right to work in the UK
Willing to complete an Enhanced DBS check
10-year work/education history (with any gaps explained)
Happy to attend a short registration interview

Why apply?

Supportive school environment
Small class sizes
Opportunity for long-term or permanent roles
Work that is rewarding and meaningful every dayAPPLICATION 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
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed