Level 3 SEN Teaching Assistant
Job description
Level 3 SEN Teaching Assistant - Blackburn
Location: Blackburn
Hours: Full Time
Start Date: After October Half Term
Competitive Daily Rate
Are you a compassionate and experienced Level 3 Teaching Assistant looking to make a real difference in the lives of children with additional needs?
We are seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming school in Blackburn, working full time within a specialist SEN classroom. This rewarding role involves supporting children with high additional needs, helping them access learning, develop key life skills, and achieve their full potential in a nurturing environment.
The Role:
- Supporting pupils with a range of complex SEN needs.
- Working closely with the class teacher and SEN team.
- Providing 1:1 and small group support.
- Assisting with communication, emotional regulation, and personal development.
- Implementing individual learning and behaviour support plans.
- Creating a safe, positive, and engaging learning environment.
Requirements:
- Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent).
- Previous experience supporting children with SEN and additional needs.
- A patient, caring, and resilient approach.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Experience working within an SEN setting is highly desirable.
What We Offer:
- Full-time, long-term opportunity.
- Supportive school and experienced SEN team.
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day.
- Competitive rates of pay.
- Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
If you are passionate about supporting children with special educational needs and are looking for your next rewarding role in Blackburn, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today to join a dedicated team and help pupils thrive both academically and personally.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.
Similar jobs
Salary
£14.25 - 16.00 per hour
Location free text
Blackburn
Job Type
Full Time
Salary
£10 - £19 per hour
Sector
Teaching Assistant
Location
Blackburn
Description
Teaching Assistant - Blackburn Teaching Assistant Location: Blackburn Pay Rate: £14.25 - £16.00 per hour Contract Length: Until Easter 2027 Setting: Mainstream Primary SchoolTeaching Assistant Oppo
Reference
BLATEA230926
Expiry Date
DD01YY
Author
Lancashire Central PrimaryAuthor
Lancashire Central PrimarySalary
£14.50 - 15.50 per hour
Location free text
Blackburn
Job Type
Full Time
Salary
£10 - £19 per hour
Sector
Teaching Assistant
Location
Blackburn
Description
Nurture 1:1 Teaching Assistant – KS2 (ASD Support) Location: Blackburn Start Date: Full-time From January Hours: Full TimeWe are seeking a caring, patient, and dedicated Nurture 1:1 Teaching Assistant
Reference
KS2 1:1 SEN T.A
Expiry Date
DD01YY
Author
Lancashire East PrimaryAuthor
Lancashire East PrimarySalary
£14.25 - 16.00 per hour
Location free text
Blackburn
Job Type
Full Time
Salary
£10 - £19 per hour
Sector
Teaching Assistant
Location
Blackburn
Description
KS2 Teaching Assistant Location: Blackburn Role Type: Full Time, Academic Year Pay Rate: £14.25 per hour Setting: Mainstream Primary SchoolAre you an experienced and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant
Reference
BLAKS2170926
Expiry Date
DD01YY
Author
Lancashire Central PrimaryAuthor
Lancashire Central PrimarySalary
£14.25 - 16.00 per hour
Location free text
Blackburn
Job Type
Full Time
Salary
£10 - £19 per hour
Sector
Teaching Assistant
Location
Blackburn
Description
KS1 Teaching Assistant Location: Blackburn Role Type: Full Time, Academic Year Pay Rate: £14.25 per hour Setting: Mainstream Primary SchoolAre you a passionate and dedicated Teaching Assistant look
Reference
BLAKS1170916
Expiry Date
DD01YY
Author
Lancashire Central PrimaryAuthor
Lancashire Central PrimarySalary
£14.25 - 16.00 per hour
Location free text
Blackburn
Job Type
Full Time
Salary
£10 - £19 per hour
Sector
Teaching Assistant
Location
Blackburn
Description
Teaching Assistant - Blackburn Job Title: Teaching Assistant Location: Blackburn Duration: Full Academic Year Pay Rate: £14.25 - £16.00 per hour Setting: Mainstream Primary SchoolTeaching Assistant
Reference
BLATEA160926
Expiry Date
DD01YY
Author
Lancashire Central PrimaryAuthor
Lancashire Central PrimarySalary
£14.25 - 16.00 per hour
Location free text
Blackburn
Job Type
Full Time
Salary
£10 - £19 per hour
Sector
Teaching Assistant
Location
Blackburn
Description
SEND Teaching Assistant - Blackburn Job Title: SEND Teaching Assistant Location: Blackburn Duration: Autumn Term (likely to be extended dependent upon funding) Pay Rate: £14.25 -£16.00 per hour Set
Reference
BLASEN160926
Expiry Date
DD01YY
Author
Lancashire Central PrimaryAuthor
Lancashire Central PrimarySalary
£14.25 - 16.00 per hour
Location free text
Blackburn
Job Type
Full Time
Salary
£10 - £19 per hour
Sector
Teaching Assistant
Location
Blackburn
Description
EYFS Teaching Assistant - Blackburn Job Title: EYFS Teaching Assistant Location: Blackburn Length of Role: Adhoc (Daily Bookings) Pay Rate: £14.25 per hour Setting Type: Primary and Nursery Setting
Reference
BLAEYF150926
Expiry Date
DD01YY
Author
Lancashire Central PrimaryAuthor
Lancashire Central PrimarySalary
£14.25 - 15.50 per hour
Location free text
Blackburn
Job Type
Full Time
Salary
£10 - £19 per hour
Sector
Teaching Assistant
Location
Blackburn
Description
Full-Time SEMH Teaching Assistant – BlackburnLocation: Blackburn Hours: Full-Time, Monday to FridayWe are currently recruiting for an experienced and compassionate SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a su
Reference
SEMH T.A
Expiry Date
DD01YY
Author
Lancashire East PrimaryAuthor
Lancashire East PrimarySalary
£14.25 - 16.00 per hour
Location free text
Blackburn
Job Type
Full Time
Salary
£10 - £19 per hour
Sector
Teaching Assistant
Location
Blackburn
Description
Teaching Assistant - Blackburn Location: Blackburn Job Type: Temp to Perm Pay Rate: £14.25 - £16.00 per hour Setting: Mainstream Primary SchoolTeaching Assistant Job in Blackburn We are currently
Reference
BLATEA030926
Expiry Date
DD01YY
Author
Lancashire Central PrimaryAuthor
Lancashire Central PrimarySalary
£14.25 - 15.50 per hour
Location free text
Blackburn
Job Type
Full Time
Salary
£10 - £19 per hour
Sector
Teaching Assistant
Location
Blackburn
Description
SEN Teaching Assistant – EYFS Full-Time | Starting After October Half TermWe are looking for a caring, enthusiastic and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join our Early Years team on a full-time ba
Reference
SEN T.A Full Time
Expiry Date
DD01YY
Author
Lancashire East PrimaryAuthor
Lancashire East PrimaryRelated posts
Teaser
Tips & AdviceContent Type
TP-PostsPublish date
DD07YY
Summary
Being a Teaching Assistant (TA) is a rewarding and challenging role that requires a diverse skill set. One of the responsibilities of a TA is supporting the teacher in managing classroom behaviour eff
Teaser
Education NewsContent Type
TP-PostsPublish date
DD06YY
Summary
There are around 295,000 teaching assistants (TAs) working in schools across England and Wales. Today, teaching assistants play a crucial role in supporting students and teachers. In 2022, TAs account
Teaser
Tips & AdviceContent Type
TP-PostsPublish date
DD06YY
Summary
A CV is typically your first line of communication with a potential employer. Nothing is more important than a first impression, so the quality of your CV can make the difference between a rejecti
by
Alex Schulte
Teaser
Tips & AdviceContent Type
TP-PostsPublish date
DD12YY
Summary
There are few roles in education more important than that of a classroom teaching assistant. During the winter lockdowns of 2020/21, research found that teaching assistants played a heroic role in
by
Alex Schulte
Teaser
Education NewsContent Type
TP-PostsPublish date
DD08YY
Summary
The School Workforce Census reported that in 2019 there were 256,167 full-time equivalent teaching assistants (TAs) in England – an increase of over 1,000 in a year. Over the years more candidates hav
by
Alex Schulte
Teaser
Education NewsContent Type
TP-PostsPublish date
DD08YY
Summary
Despite several months of uncertainty, the education system is poised to return to a new normal where supply teachers and teaching assistants are being welcomed back to the classroom. The government i
by
Alex Schulte
Register with us
for a choice of classroom roles
Register today
Recent jobs