SEN Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant Jobs in Wigan | From £92.63 per Day | Full‑Time & Part‑Time Roles

Are you searching for SEN Teaching Assistant jobs in Wigan or looking to build a career supporting children with special educational needs? Axcis Education is recruiting SEN Teaching Assistants with experience in education or care settings to support children and young people across Wigan and surrounding areas. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the classroom while developing your skills in SEN support.

• Providing 1:1 SEN support and small group interventions
• Supporting pupils to access the curriculum and achieve learning goals
• Assisting the class teacher with classroom management and learning activities
• Encouraging positive behaviour, engagement, and independence
• Helping create a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment

• Competitive daily pay from £92.63 per day
• Full‑time and part‑time SEN Teaching Assistant jobs in Wigan
• Flexible work to suit your availability
• Access to CPD and training courses via The National College
• Dedicated support from a specialist SEND education recruitment agency
• Opportunities across a range of mainstream and specialist SEND schools

• Minimum 6 months’ experience working with children or young people with SEN in education or care settings (UK‑based experience required for overseas applicants: minimum 3 months)
• A genuine passion for SEN education and supporting children with additional needs
• Strong communication skills and a proactive approach in the classroom
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply (support provided)

This role covers Wigan and surrounding areas. As some schools may not be easily accessible by public transport, a driving licence and access to a vehicle are highly desirable.

Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.

The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines.

If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.