SEN Teaching Assistant

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

Benefits offered by this job

Specialist SEN training

Ongoing CPD

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant in Preston. You will support pupils with a range of SEN needs, providing 1:1, small-group, and classroom assistance under teacher guidance.

The role offers specialist SEN training and ongoing CPD, with a September start and long-term prospects within a supportive school team. This opportunity is ideal for graduates or experienced support staff looking to progress in SEN Education, Educational Psychology, or related fields.

Qualifications

• Experience in SEN or school-based settings preferred
• Awareness of EHCPs and SEN requirements beneficial
• Graduate candidates encouraged to apply to develop careers in psychology or education

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1, small-group and classroom support to pupils with SEN
• Follow EHCPs and deliver targeted interventions
• Build positive relationships to boost confidence and engagement

Skills

1:1 support

Small-group support

Classroom support

Relationship-building

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant

Specialist SEN School - Preston - Up to 600 per week - Full-Time - September Start

Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN)?

Do you have experience in SEN, care, support work, youth work, sports coaching, or mentoring that you would like to apply within a specialist school?

A supportive specialist SEN school in Preston is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team from September. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced support staff, as well as graduates looking to develop careers in SEN Education, Educational Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Speech & Language Therapy, or Social Work.

The Role - SEN Teaching Assistant

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work with pupils with a variety of additional needs, potentially including Autism, ADHD, MLD, SLD, speech and communication difficulties, and SEMH needs.

You will provide 1:1, small-group, and classroom support, adapting your approach to meet the individual needs of each pupil. Working closely with teachers and specialist staff, you will follow EHCPs, deliver targeted interventions, and help identify and remove barriers to learning.

Building positive relationships will be central to the role. You will encourage pupils to develop confidence, independence, communication skills, and greater engagement with their education.

What's on Offer

• Up to 600 per week
• Full-time, long-term SEN Teaching Assistant position
• September start
• Specialist SEN training and ongoing CPD
• Experienced and supportive school team
• Valuable experience for careers in psychology, therapy, education, or social care

Ideal Candidate

• Previous SEN or school-based experience highly advantageous
• Experience in care, support work, youth work, coaching, or mentoring also welcomed
• Psychology and related graduates encouraged to apply
• Patient, resilient, compassionate, and adaptable
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs

This SEN Teaching Assistant role in Preston offers the chance to develop valuable specialist skills while having a genuine impact on the education and development of children with SEN.