General & SEN Teaching Assistant | Primary Schools | Blackpool & Fylde

Teaching Personnel; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly PAYE pay

CPD & training access

Local consultant support

Potential permanent roles

Job summary

Teaching Personnel are recruiting Teaching Assistants and SEN Teaching Assistants to work across Blackpool, Fleetwood, Thornton-Cleveleys, Poulton-le-Fylde, Lytham St Annes and surrounding areas in Lancashire. Roles include one-to-one and small group support, assisting teachers and helping pupils achieve their goals in friendly primary settings.

Opportunities range from full-time to part-time with weekly PAYE pay, CPD access and ongoing consultant support to help you secure permanent roles in

Qualifications

• Previous experience in schools or care settings is preferred.
• SEN experience is desirable but not essential.
• Patience and a positive attitude are essential.
• Excellent communication with pupils, staff and parents.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils one-to-one and in small groups.
• Assist the class teacher to deliver engaging lessons.
• Help pupils achieve academic, social and emotional goals.
• Support pupils with additional needs, including SEN.
• Promote positive behaviour and inclusive learning.
• Contribute to a safe, supportive classroom environment.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Behaviour management

Education

Childcare-related qualification

Tools

CPD access

Job description

Teaching Assistants & SEN Teaching Assistants Required | Blackpool & Surrounding Areas

Teaching Assistant | SEN Teaching Assistant | Learning Support Assistant | Primary Schools | Blackpool | Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities

Are you passionate about supporting children to reach their full potential?

Teaching Personnel is currently recruiting enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistants (TAs) and SEN Teaching Assistants (SEN TAs) to work within a range of welcoming primary schools across Blackpool, Fleetwood, Thornton-Cleveleys, Poulton-le-Fylde, Lytham St Annes, and surrounding areas.

Whether you're an experienced Teaching Assistant or looking to build your career in education, we have a variety of opportunities available to suit your experience and availability.

Your Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils on a one-to-one basis and in small groups
• Assisting the class teacher to deliver engaging lessons
• Helping children achieve their academic, social and emotional goals
• Supporting pupils with additional needs, including Autism, ADHD and SEMH needs
• Promoting positive behaviour and engagement within the classroom
• Creating a safe and inclusive learning environment

We Are Looking For

• Previous experience working with children, young people or vunerable adults
• Experience supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN) is desirable but not essential
• A patient, caring and positive attitude
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one

What We Offer

• Competitive rates of pay
• Full-time, part-time, long-term and flexible opportunities
• Positions within primary settings
• Weekly pay through PAYE
• Access to CPD and training courses
• Ongoing support from a dedicated local consultant
• Opportunities to secure permanent school-based roles

Why Teaching Personnel?

Teaching Personnel works closely with schools across Lancashire to provide high-quality support staff. We are committed to finding opportunities that match your skills, experience and career aspirations while providing ongoing support throughout your journey.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance 'Keeping Children Safe in Education' this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.

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