Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant Expiring soon

Location: Blackpool
Contract: Full-time, Long-term
Start Date: ASAP
Agency: Teaching Personnel

Teaching Personnel are seeking a caring, dedicated and proactive SEN Teaching Assistant to support a child in Year 5 with additional learning and behavioural needs. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference to a pupil who needs consistency, encouragement and tailored support to thrive.

You will be working on a 1:1 basis with a child who requires additional help to access the curriculum, regulate emotions and build confidence in the classroom. Your role will include:

• Providing tailored academic support in literacy, numeracy and classroom tasks
• Supporting emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies
• Building a trusting relationship that supports engagement and independence
• Working closely with the class teacher and SENCO to implement individual support plans
• Encouraging social skills and positive interactions with peers

• Previous experience supporting children with SEND (e.g. ASD, ADHD, SEMH, Speech & Language needs)
• A patient, nurturing and resilient approach
• Strong communication skills and the ability to follow guidance from teaching staff
• The flexibility to adapt support strategies to meet the child’s changing needs
• A passion for helping children reach their full potential

• Competitive weekly pay, paid directly through PAYE
• Access to specialist training and CPD courses
• A personal consultant dedicated to supporting your placement
• Opportunities for long-term roles and career development

This role would suit an experienced SEN TA, a nurturing Teaching Assistant, or someone from a care/support background seeking to move into education.

To apply or find out more, please get in touch with Teaching Personnel today. We’d love to speak with you about this rewarding opportunity and support your next steps in education!