SEN Teaching Assistant | Full-Time & Part-Time | Blackpool

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; England; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel Ltd. is seeking a SEN Teaching Assistant in Blackpool, Lancashire. The role offers both full-time and part-time opportunities with starts ASAP or January 2027, and may lead to a permanent school-based contract.

You will support children with autism, ADHD, speech and language needs, and other learning requirements, working 1:1 and in small groups within primary schools.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people is desirable.
• SEN experience is beneficial but not essential.
• A patient, resilient and compassionate approach.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• A genuine passion for helping children achieve their potential.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Support children with a range of needs including Autism, ADHD, Speech and Language Needs, Learning Difficulties and SEMH.
• Work on a 1:1 basis and with small intervention groups.
• Assist the class teacher in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons.
• Help pupils develop confidence, independence and communication skills.
• Support positive behaviour and emotional regulation.
• Create a safe, nurturing and positive learning environment.

Skills

Experience working with children

Patience and resilience

Excellent communication

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant (Primary School)

Location: Blackpool, Lancashire
Job Type: Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities Available
Start Date: ASAP or January 2027 Starts Available
Salary: Competitive Weekly PAYE Pay
Contract Type: Temporary, Temp-to-Perm & Permanent Opportunities

SEN Teaching Assistant Jobs in Blackpool | ASAP & January Starts

Are you a caring, patient and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant looking for your next role in education?

We have both full-time and part-time opportunities available, with positions starting ASAP and for January 2027. Successful candidates may also have the opportunity to secure a permanent school-based contract following a successful placement.

The Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support children with a range of needs including Autism (ASC), ADHD, Speech and Language Needs, Learning Difficulties and SEMH
• Work on a 1:1 basis and with small intervention groups
• Assist the class teacher in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons
• Help pupils develop confidence, independence and communication skills
• Support positive behaviour and emotional regulation
• Create a safe, nurturing and positive learning environment

What We're Looking For

• Experience working with children or young people is desirable
• SEN experience is beneficial but not essential
• A patient, resilient and compassionate approach
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• A genuine passion for helping children achieve their potential
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one

Why Choose Teaching Personnel?

When you work through Teaching Personnel, you'll benefit from:

• Competitive weekly PAYE pay
• Flexible part-time and full-time opportunities
• Long-term and short-term assignments in local schools
• Temp-to-perm pathways and permanent school-based contract opportunities
• A dedicated consultant supporting you throughout your journey
• Free and discounted CPD training, including SEND and safeguarding courses
• Access to a wide range of education vacancies across Blackpool and Lancashire
• Refer-a-Friend bonus scheme
• Ongoing career development and progression opportunities

About the Schools

We work with a number of welcoming primary schools across Blackpool that are committed to providing high-quality support for pupils with additional needs. Schools offer supportive leadership teams, excellent SEND provisions and opportunities for long-term career development.