Secondary SEN Teaching Assistant - Long Term

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly PAYE

CPD courses

Local Lancashire consultant

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment LTD. is seeking an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant for a Blackpool secondary school. You will provide 1:1 and small group intervention for KS3 and KS4 students with ASC, SEMH needs and ADHD, supporting learning and wellbeing throughout the full academic year.

The role requires GCSE English and Maths at grade C/4 or above, plus a Level 2/3 TA qualification; an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service and recent references are essential. Team-Teach/MAPA training is desirable.

Qualifications

• Experience working with SEND in schools or related settings.
• GCSE English/Maths C/4 or Level 2 equivalent; TA qualification desirable.
• Enhanced DBS on Update Service or willingness to obtain.
• Strong communication and empathy with young people.

Responsibilities

• Provide targeted 1:1 support for EHCP students.
• Support KS3/KS4 in mainstream and nurture hubs.
• Use positive behaviour management and de-escalation.
• Differentiate resources to match learning styles.
• Track pupil milestones and provide feedback to teachers/parents.

Skills

Strong communication

Empathy

Resilience

Behaviour management

Confidence

Education

GCSE English/Maths C/4 or Level 2 equivalent

TA qualification Level 2/3 or Team-Teach/MAPA training

Job description

Are you an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant looking for a stable, long-term opportunity in a Blackpool secondary school?We are recruiting a dedicated Special Educational Needs (SEN) Assistant to provide 1:1 and small group intervention for Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 students. This full-time role starts immediately and runs for the full academic year, supporting young people with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, and ADHD.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Secondary SEN Teaching Assistant, you will collaborate with the school SENCo, classroom teachers, and pastoral team to make education accessible and engaging:

• Provide targeted 1:1 support for students with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).
• Support KS3 and KS4 pupils in both mainstream classes and dedicated nurture/inclusion hubs.
• Use positive behaviour management and proactive de-escalation strategies to maintain focus and reduce anxiety.
• Differentiate learning resources to match pupils' individual learning styles and cognitive abilities.
• Track individual pupil milestones and provide structured feedback to teachers and parents.

What We Are Looking For

• Experience: Previous background working with children or young adults with SEND (schools, youth work, residential care, or SEN support environments).
• Skills: Strong communication, empathy, resilience, and confidence in managing challenging behaviour or emotional distress.
• Qualifications: GCSE Grade C/4 or Level 2 equivalent in English and Maths. A Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification, or Team-Teach / MAPA de-escalation training is highly desirable.
• Compliance: An Enhanced Child Workforce DBS on the Update Service (or readiness to complete a new check) and verified professional references covering the last two years.

Why Join Us?

• Top Local Rates: Earn between £95 - £125 per day, paid weekly directly via PAYE (no hidden umbrella fees).
• Accredited Professional Development: Access free, certified CPD courses covering Safeguarding Level 2, Autism Awareness, ADHD Support, and Behaviour De-escalation.
• Local Expertise: Direct point of contact with an experienced education consultant based in Lancashire who understands Blackpool secondary schools.
• Genuine Career Progression: Many of our long-term secondary SEN TA placements lead directly to permanent school contracts or funded HLTA / Teacher Training opportunities.