SEN Teaching Assistant

Posted 30 minutes 56 seconds ago by Tradewind Recruitment LTD.

Permanent
Full Time
Academic Jobs
Lancashire, Blackburn, United Kingdom, BB1 1
Job Description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Mainstream Primary School November 2026 StartSEN Teaching AssistantLocation: Various Mainstream Primary SchoolsStart Date: November 2026Contract: Full-time, term-time only (with both short and long-term opportunities available)Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Are you an experienced and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant looking to make a real difference in a mainstream primary school?We are recruiting dedicated SEN Teaching Assistants to work across a range of welcoming primary schools. These roles offer flexibility to work across different year groups, supporting pupils with a variety of additional needs and helping them to achieve their full potential.

The Role
  • Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with Special Educational Needs.
  • Deliver targeted interventions to support pupil's academic, social, and emotional development.
  • Adapt learning activities to meet individual needs and promote inclusion.
  • Build positive relationships with pupils to encourage confidence and engagement.
  • Support teachers in creating an inclusive and supportive classroom environment.
  • Help manage challenging behaviour using positive behaviour management strategies.
  • De-escalate situations calmly and effectively, ensuring the safety and well being of all pupils.
  • Work closely with teachers, the SENDCo, and external professionals to implement support plans and monitor progress.
The Ideal Candidate
  • Have previous experience supporting children with SEN within a primary school setting.
  • Be confident delivering interventions to individuals and small groups.
  • Have experience managing challenging behaviour and using effective de-escalation techniques.
  • Be calm, patient, and resilient, with a positive approach to supporting pupils.
  • Have excellent communication and teamwork skills.
  • Be passionate about helping every child succeed both academically and personally.
What We Offer
  • Competitive rates of pay, dependent on experience.
  • Opportunities to work across a variety of year groups within mainstream primary schools.
  • Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant.
  • Flexible short-term, long-term, and potential permanent opportunities.
  • The chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children with additional needs.

If you're a committed SEN Teaching Assistant with experience delivering interventions and supporting pupils with additional needs and challenging behaviour, we'd love to hear from you.