SEN Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay £14.25–£15.00 per hour

Temp-to-perm opportunity

Consultant support

Training opportunities

Job summary

Teaching Personnel Ltd. is recruiting a SEN Teaching Assistant to support a Year 1 class in Blackpool. This full-time role starts as soon as possible with a temp-to-permanent opportunity for the right candidate.

Ideal candidates will have SEN experience and strong behaviour management skills, with resilience and a passion for helping children learn and develop in a welcoming primary school setting.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children in a school setting.
• Experience supporting children with SEN, ASC, ADHD or SEMH is desirable.
• Strong behaviour management skills.
• Patient, resilient and able to build positive relationships.
• Passion for supporting children's development and education.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils in a Year 1 class with SEN.
• Collaborate with the class teacher to deliver engaging activities.
• Provide targeted intervention and emotional support.
• Manage challenging behaviour positively and effectively.
• Help pupils develop social, emotional and academic skills.
• Create a safe, nurturing and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

SEN experience

Behaviour management

Patient and resilient

Passion for education

Team collaboration

Education

Teaching Assistant qualifications welcome (not essential)

Experience in a school setting

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant (Year 1) - Blackpool

£14.25 - £15.00 per hour Full-Time Temp-to-Permanent Opportunity

November 2026 Start

Are you a resilient, patient and passionate SEN Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding role within a supportive primary school?

We are currently recruiting for a SEN Teaching Assistant to support a Year 1 class in a welcoming primary school in Blackpool. This is a full-time position starting as soon as possible, offering a temp-to-permanent opportunity for the right candidate.

This role would suit an experienced TA, SEN Support Worker, Learning Support Assistant or Behaviour Support Assistant who is confident supporting children with additional needs and challenging behaviour.

The Role

• Supporting pupils within a Year 1 class with a range of Special Educational Needs (SEN)
• Working closely with the class teacher to deliver engaging learning activities
• Providing targeted intervention and emotional support
• Managing challenging behaviour positively and effectively
• Helping pupils develop their social, emotional and academic skills
• Creating a safe, nurturing and inclusive learning environment

The Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience working with children in a school, nursery, childcare or support setting
• Experience supporting children with SEN, Autism (ASC), ADHD, SEMH or behavioural needs is desirable
• Strong behaviour management skills
• Patient, resilient and able to build positive relationships with pupils
• A genuine passion for supporting children's development and education
• Relevant Teaching Assistant qualifications are welcomed but not essential

What We Offer

• Competitive pay of £14.25 - £15.00 per hour
• Full-time, long-term role with consistency and stability
• Opportunity to secure a permanent contract
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
• Access to professional development and training opportunities
• A chance to make a real impact in a child's educational 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.
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