Teaching and learning staff

Tradewind Recruitment; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency in the UK is seeking dedicated Teaching and Learning Support Staff for ad-hoc roles in primary, secondary, and SEN schools. This is a great opportunity to make a difference in students' lives while enjoying competitive pay and extensive training. Ideal candidates should have experience with SEN or in care settings. Roles require availability Monday to Friday during term time.

Benefits

Competitive pay with weekly payments

2500 certified CPD courses

Dedicated support for interviews and placements

Easy timesheet administration

Qualifications

• Availability Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 3:30 pm during term time.
• Previous experience in an SEN or care settings is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide essential classroom support, either generally or on a one-to-one basis.
• Take on more responsibility, including leading small groups and planning lessons.
• Offer one-to-one or small-group support to students with special needs.
• Focus on the social, emotional, and behavioral well-being of students.

Skills

Experience with SEN students

Classroom support skills

Teamwork

Job description

Are you passionate about making a difference in education? We are currently seeking dedicated Teaching and Learning Support Staff to work on an ad‑hoc, temporary basis in primary, secondary, and SEN schools across the Blackpool and Fylde area. All roles are from January 2026.

We have a number of roles to fill, and your experience could be the perfect fit for one of the following positions:

• Teaching Assistants (L2 or L3 TAs): Provide essential classroom support, either generally or on a one‑to‑one basis.
• Higher Level Teaching Assistants (L3/L4 HLTAs): Take on more responsibility, including leading small groups, covering lessons and planning / marking lesson content.
• SEN Teaching Assistants: Offer crucial one‑to‑one or small‑group support to students with special needs.
• Learning Mentors / Pastoral Support Workers: Focus on the social, emotional, and behavioural well‑being of students.

Ideally, you will be available to work Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 3:30 pm, during term time. However, we can also accommodate some part‑time roles for two to three days per week, depending on the school's needs. If you are interested in SEN work, previous experience in an SEN or care settings is highly desirable.

What We Can Offer You:

• Competitive Pay: We offer attractive rates of pay, with weekly payments via an in‑house PAYE system!
• Unrivalled Training: We care more about your professional development than any other agency. That's why we offer 2500 certified CPD courses through the National College, 18 more than our next nearest competitor.
• Dedicated Support: We provide full interview preparation and assistance to help you feel confident and increase your chances of success. Our support continues even after you've secured a placement, with help for things like lesson planning.
• Easy Administration: Our online portal makes it simple to submit your timesheets and log your availability.

All positions require a successful DBS application, which we will provide you with.

If you are a proactive and adaptable individual ready to support our local schools, we want to hear from you!