SEN Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Longridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An education staffing agency is looking for a passionate SEN Teaching Assistant to support students with additional needs in a structured environment. The role includes providing emotional support and assisting with personalized learning plans. Ideal candidates will have experience in education or care, and a commitment to helping young people thrive. This is a 14-week temporary position with opportunities for permanency.

Benefits

Competitive weekly pay

Ongoing training and support

Potential for a permanent position

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or youth in caring or educational settings.
• Ability to support students with various needs including autism and behavioural challenges.
• Capacity to build positive relationships with students and staff.

Responsibilities

• Assist with classroom activities and personalized learning plans.
• Provide emotional and behavioral support throughout the school day.
• Help students develop social, life, and communication skills.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff, therapists, and support workers.
• Create a safe and engaging learning environment.

Skills

Previous experience in SEN, education, care, or similar roles

Resilience

Patience

Confidence in managing challenging behaviours

Commitment to full-time hours

Genuine passion for helping young people

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: PR3 area.
Hours: 8:30am - 4:30pm, Monday to Friday.
Contract: 14-week temporary assignment with a permanent offer available for the right candidate.

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young people with additional needs? We're expanding our specialist pool of educators and are looking for committed SEN Teaching Assistants to support a highly respected residential SEN provision in the PR3 area.

This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals who thrive in a nurturing, structured environment and who are motivated by helping students reach their full potential. You'll work closely with a skilled multidisciplinary team, providing tailored support that encourages learning, emotional development, and independence.

About the Role:

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will be supporting students with a range of needs including autism, social and emotional difficulties, communication challenges, and complex behavioural needs. Your role will involve:

• Assisting with classroom activities and personalised learning plans

• Providing emotional and behavioural support throughout the school day

• Helping students develop social, life, and communication skills

• Working collaboratively with teaching staff, therapists, and support workers

• Creating a safe, calm, and engaging learning environment

This position offers a 14 week contract with a clear pathway to a permanent contract if you build positive relationships and demonstrate a strong fit within the team.

What We're Looking For:

• Previous experience in SEN, education, care, youth work, or similar people-focused roles

• Resilience, patience, and a warm, supportive nature

• Confidence in managing challenging behaviours with a calm approach

• Reliability and commitment to full-time hours

• A genuine passion for helping young people grow and succeed

What You'll Receive:

• Competitive weekly pay

• Ongoing training, guidance, and agency support

• The chance to secure a permanent position in a respected specialist setting

• A rewarding role where every day you can make a meaningful impact

If you're enthusiastic, dedicated, and ready for a role that truly changes lives, we'd love to welcome you into our educator pool. Apply today to begin your journey supporting young people who need it most.

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 tem