Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Blackpool; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits passionate graduate students eager to make a difference in the lives of children with special educational needs. Join a dedicated team as an SEN Teaching Assistant in Blackpool, where you will support students, assist teachers, and create an engaging learning environment. This role offers hands-on experience in a supportive setting, with training and professional development opportunities. If you are empathetic, proactive, and ready to contribute positively to children's education, this is the perfect chance to start your career in SEN education.

Benefits

Training and professional development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Hands-on experience in SEN education

Free child protection training

Qualifications

• Passion for working with children with special educational needs.
• Relevant qualifications in education or related fields.

Responsibilities

• Support students with special educational needs in the classroom.
• Assist teachers with lesson delivery and adapt materials.

Skills

Empathy

Communication Skills

Patience

Proactive Attitude

Education

Qualification in Education

Qualification in Psychology

Qualification in SEN or Healthcare

Job description

Exciting Opportunity for Graduate Students! Join Our Schools across Blackpool as an SEN Teaching Assistant!

Are you a passionate graduate student looking to gain hands-on experience in Special Educational Needs (SEN) education? Do you want to make a real impact in the lives of children with diverse learning needs?

We are looking for enthusiastic and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistants (TAs) to join our dedicated team. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills, gain valuable experience, and work in a supportive and rewarding environment.

Location: Blackpool, FY3. Hours: 08.30-3.30. Start Date: ASAP.

Your Role:

1. Supporting students with a range of special educational needs in the classroom.
2. Assisting teachers with lesson delivery and adapting materials to suit students' needs.
3. Encouraging independence and confidence in pupils.
4. Helping create an inclusive and engaging learning environment.
5. Providing emotional and behavioural support where needed.

What we are looking for:

1. A passion for working with children with SEN.
2. A relevant qualification in a relevant field (Education, Psychology, SEN, healthcare etc.).
3. Patience, empathy, and strong communication skills.
4. Experience working with children (desirable but not essential).
5. A proactive and positive attitude.

Why join us?

1. Gain hands-on experience in a supportive SEN school.
2. Training and professional development opportunities.
3. A welcoming and dedicated team.
4. The chance to make a real difference in children's lives.

Join us in making a difference - apply today!

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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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