SEN Teaching Assistant

Prospero Teaching; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is recruiting a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant in Blackburn to support pupils with Special Educational Needs. You will deliver 1:1 support, small-group interventions and classroom assistance across Key Stage 1 and 2, collaborating with teachers and specialists to implement personalised learning plans based on EHCPs.

Ideal candidates bring experience in SEN, care, youth work or mentoring, with a patient, empathetic and resilient approach.

Qualifications

• Experience as SEN Teaching Assistant is highly desirable.
• Experience in SEN, care, youth work, mentoring, or support work welcomed.
• Psychology graduates and related degrees encouraged to apply.
• Patient, compassionate, resilient and adaptable.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs.

Responsibilities

• As SEN Teaching Assistant, deliver 1:1 support, small-group interventions and classroom assistance across KS1 and KS2.
• Collaborate with teachers and specialists, following EHCPs to tailor learning plans.
• Support emotional regulation, communication, social development and positive behaviour.
• Help pupils build confidence and independence through consistent guidance.

Skills

1:1 support

Small-group interventions

Classroom assistance

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Empathy

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant (VR/1039206) Blackburn, England

Specialist SEN School – Blackburn – Up to £600 per week – Full-Time

SEN Teaching Assistant

Are you a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding opportunity supporting children with Special Educational Needs?

Do you have the resilience, empathy, and confidence to help pupils overcome learning and behavioural challenges?

Perhaps you have experience in care, mentoring, or support work and are looking to develop your career as an SEN Teaching Assistant?

A specialist SEN school in Blackburn is recruiting an enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with needs including Autism, ADHD, SEMH, and learning difficulties. This SEN Teaching Assistant role offers an excellent opportunity to develop specialist experience while preparing for careers in SEN Education, Psychology, Therapy, or Social Work.

The Role – SEN Teaching Assistant

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work with pupils across Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2, delivering 1:1 support, small-group interventions, and classroom assistance to help children engage successfully with education.

The successful SEN Teaching Assistant will collaborate with teachers and specialist professionals, following pupils' EHCPs to understand individual needs and implement personalised learning strategies.

An important part of the SEN Teaching Assistant role involves supporting emotional regulation, communication, social development, and positive behaviour. You will help pupils build confidence and independence while providing the consistency and encouragement they need to succeed.

What's on Offer

• Up to £600 per week
• Full-time, long-term SEN Teaching Assistant position
• Specialist SEN and behaviour management training
• Experienced and supportive school team

Ideal Candidate – SEN Teaching Assistant

• Previous SEN Teaching Assistant experience highly desirable
• Experience in SEN, care, youth work, mentoring, or support work welcomed
• Psychology graduates and related degree holders encouraged to apply
• Patient, compassionate, resilient, and adaptable
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs

This SEN Teaching Assistant role in Blackburn offers an excellent opportunity to develop valuable specialist skills while making a meaningful difference to children's learning, confidence, and independence.

SEN Teaching Assistant – Blackburn Specialist SEN School – Up to £600 per week

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