SEN Teaching Assistant - January 2027

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Accrington; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Rewarding role

Support from education professionals

Long-term/permanent opportunities

Job summary

Teaching Personnel Ltd. in Accrington is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with additional needs in a vibrant primary school. The role is full-time, term-time only, starting January 2027, with a competitive daily rate.

You will work 1:1 and in small groups, helping pupils access learning, build confidence, and achieve individual targets, in collaboration with teachers and the SENCO.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people.
• A patient, nurturing, and resilient approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Previous SEN experience (desirable but not essential).

Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 and small group support.
• Assisting pupils with SEN, including ASD, ADHD and SEMH needs.
• Supporting behaviour management and emotional regulation.
• Working collaboratively with teachers and SENCOs.
• Encouraging pupil independence and engagement.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Patience

Resilience

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Accrington

SEN Teaching Assistant (Full-Time) Accrington January 2027 Start Full-Time, Term Time Only Competitive Daily Rate

We are recruiting for a caring and committed SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with additional needs in a vibrant primary school in Accrington.

The successful candidate will work closely with children who require extra support, helping them access learning, develop confidence, and achieve their individual targets.

Responsibilities include:

• Providing 1:1 and small group support
• Assisting pupils with SEN, including ASD, ADHD and SEMH needs
• Supporting behaviour management and emotional regulation
• Working collaboratively with teachers and SENCOs
• Encouraging pupil independence and engagement

The successful applicant will have:

• Experience working with children or young people
• A patient, nurturing, and resilient approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Previous SEN experience (desirable but not essential)

What we offer:

• A rewarding role making a genuine impact
• Support from experienced education professionals
• Opportunity for long-term work with potential permanent opportunities