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Sen Teaching Assistant

  1. Primary SEN Support
  2. Lancashire
Date posted : 10/11/26
  1. Full Time
£14.25 - 15.00 per hour

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Fleetwood

Start Date: ASAP
Full-Time | Temporary to Permanent Opportunity
Competitive Pay Rates

Teaching Personnel are currently seeking a dedicated and compassionate Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming Primary School in Fleetwood on a full-time basis, starting as soon as possible.

This rewarding role is ideal for an individual who is passionate about supporting children with additional needs and helping them achieve their full potential within a nurturing and inclusive school environment.

The Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with pupils across the primary age range who have a variety of additional learning and behavioural needs. You will provide tailored support both within the classroom and through small group or one-to-one interventions, helping pupils access learning, develop confidence, and achieve positive outcomes.

Responsibilities will include:

  • Supporting pupils with a range of special educational needs, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs.
  • Working collaboratively with class teachers and the school's SENCO to implement personalised support strategies.
  • Assisting with the delivery of targeted interventions and adapted learning activities.
  • Promoting positive behaviour and encouraging pupil engagement.
  • Building strong, supportive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents.
  • Monitoring progress and providing feedback to teaching staff where required.

The Ideal Candidate

The successful applicant will:

  • Have previous experience working with children or young people with SEN (school-based experience desirable but not essential).
  • Demonstrate patience, resilience, and a nurturing approach.
  • Be confident supporting pupils with varying learning and behavioural needs.
  • Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Be committed to creating a positive and inclusive learning environment.
  • Hold a relevant Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent experience (desirable).

What Teaching Personnel Can Offer

  • Competitive weekly pay paid through PAYE.
  • Access to free CPD and SEN-focused training courses.
  • Ongoing support from a dedicated Primary Education Consultant.
  • Opportunities for long-term and permanent employment.
  • Access to a wide range of schools across the Lancashire area.
  • Flexible opportunities to suit your career goals.

This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children who require additional support while gaining valuable experience within a supportive primary school setting.

Apply today with Teaching Personnel to be considered for this SEN Teaching Assistant position in Fleetwood starting ASAP.

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.
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