SEN Teaching Assistant
| Job Type | Contract (Long Term) |
| Location | Blackpool, Lancashire |
| Area | Blackpool, United Kingdom |
| Sector | Primary Education - Key Stage 1 |
| Salary | £92.5 - £96 per day |
| Start Date | Immediately |
| Advertiser | remoteapi |
| Job Ref | 09051997_1776248280 |
| Job Views | 11 |
- Description
The Role
We are currently recruiting a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with Special Educational Needs within a welcoming and supportive school in Blackpool.
This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about supporting children with additional needs and making a positive impact on their learning, development, and wellbeing.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide 1:1 or small group support to pupils with SEN
- Support children with a range of additional needs including ASC, ADHD, SEMH, and learning difficulties
- Assist the class teacher in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons
- Encourage positive behaviour and emotional regulation
- Help pupils to access learning and achieve their full potential
- Support personal care where required (training provided if needed)
- Maintain a safe, caring, and inclusive learning environment
- Work closely with teachers, SENCOs, and external professionals
The Ideal Candidate Will Have
- Experience working with children with SEN (school-based or transferable experience)
- A patient, caring, and nurturing approach
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs
- An understanding of safeguarding practices in education
- Relevant qualifications or training (desirable but not essential)
What the School Offers
- A supportive and welcoming staff team
- Ongoing guidance and professional development
- A positive and inclusive school environment
- Opportunity to make a real difference in pupils' lives
- Competitive rates of pay
How to Apply
If you are a committed SEN Teaching Assistant looking for an opportunity in Blackpool, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today by submitting your CV and a short supporting statement.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION
- All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
- Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
- You must have legal right to work in the UK
- You must be willing to attend a registration interview
Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.
Disclaimer
'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'
- Experience
- SEN
