SEN Teaching Assistant - Impactful Role, Up to £600/wk

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

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.