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Job Description - SEN Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant, Westhoughton

Are you an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant looking for your next role in Westhoughton?

Tradewind are working with a Primary School in Westhoughton who are looking for a Teaching Assistant to join their team full-time within their mixed KS2 SEN class. The role is a long- term temporary role starting in September and will run until May 2026, with the potential to be extended.

The school are looking for someone who has previous experience of working with children with Challenging behaviour or have worked extensively with learners with SEMH and MLD.

This school offers an inspirational environment where creative learning is encouraged, and an innovative attitude is a must.

This 1-form entry Church of England Primary School prides itself on the exceptional behaviour of the children and is passionate about providing children with the skills and enthusiasm for Secondary School. They provide a safe, happy, and well-disciplined learning environment and have a supportive SLT. The school make a positive contribution to life within the local community.

We are looking for:

  • Level 2 Teaching Assistant or equivalent
  • Experience working with SEMH
  • Excellent communication and behaviour management techniques
  • 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

Click 'Apply Now' to be considered for this great position as a SEN Teaching Assistant in Westhoughton. Or for more information about the role, contact Lindsey on or email-

The benefits of joining Tradewind Recruitment;

  • Your income matters; we will always seek to get you the highest rate of pay and will provide you with the best possible advice
  • Your development matters; we offer our people free access to over 2,500 CPD courses, webinars and resources via the incredible National College
  • Your flexibility matters; we tailor the working week to you - daily supply, long-term contracts and permanent positions available local to you
  • Your wellbeing matters; we put people at the heart of everything we do and are proudly a Sunday Times Top 100 employer for 4 years running
  • We pride ourselves on our exceptional service to our candidates and are proudly an Equal Opportunities Employer
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