SEN Teaching Assistant (Primary School)

Location: Blackpool, Lancashire
Job Type: Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities Available
Start Date: ASAP or January 2027 Starts Available
Salary: Competitive Weekly PAYE Pay
Contract Type: Temporary, Temp-to-Perm & Permanent Opportunities

SEN Teaching Assistant Jobs in Blackpool | ASAP & January Starts

Are you a caring, patient and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant looking for your next role in education?

We have both full-time and part-time opportunities available, with positions starting ASAP and for January 2027. Successful candidates may also have the opportunity to secure a permanent school-based contract following a successful placement.

The Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support children with a range of needs including Autism (ASC), ADHD, Speech and Language Needs, Learning Difficulties and SEMH
• Work on a 1:1 basis and with small intervention groups
• Assist the class teacher in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons
• Help pupils develop confidence, independence and communication skills
• Support positive behaviour and emotional regulation
• Create a safe, nurturing and positive learning environment

What We're Looking For

• Experience working with children or young people is desirable
• SEN experience is beneficial but not essential
• A patient, resilient and compassionate approach
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• A genuine passion for helping children achieve their potential
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one

Why Choose Teaching Personnel?

When you work through Teaching Personnel, you'll benefit from:

✅ Competitive weekly PAYE pay
✅ Flexible part-time and full-time opportunities
✅ Long-term and short-term assignments in local schools
✅ Temp-to-perm pathways and permanent school-based contract opportunities
✅ A dedicated consultant supporting you throughout your journey
✅ Free and discounted CPD training, including SEND and safeguarding courses
✅ Access to a wide range of education vacancies across Blackpool and Lancashire
✅ Refer-a-Friend bonus scheme
✅ Ongoing career development and progression opportunities

About the Schools

We work with a number of welcoming primary schools across Blackpool that are committed to providing high-quality support for pupils with additional needs. Schools offer supportive leadership teams, excellent SEND provisions and opportunities for long-term career development.

Apply today for an ASAP start or register your interest for January 2027 opportunities. Both full-time and part-time positions are available, with the potential to secure a permanent school-based contract.

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.
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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.
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