SEN Teaching Assistant - Year 4
Job description
SEN Teaching Assistant – Year 4 Support
Location: South Ribble
Pay Rate: £14.30 per hour
Start Date: April 2026
Contract: Ongoing, full‑time
Are you an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference every single day?
A welcoming and supportive primary school in South Ribble is seeking a dedicated SEN TA to provide 1:1 and small‑group support within a Year 4 classroom.
About the Role
You will be working closely with the class teacher and SENDCo to support children with a range of additional needs. Your role will include:
- Providing tailored support to pupils with SEN, ensuring they are fully included in classroom activities
- Implementing personalised strategies to help children access learning
- Supporting emotional regulation, behaviour, and social communication
- Liaising with staff to contribute to effective support plans
- Encouraging independence, resilience, and positive engagement in learning
What We’re Looking For
To be considered for this role, you must have:
- Experience supporting children with Special Educational Needs (essential)
- A patient, calm and nurturing approach
- Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships
- A genuine passion for helping children thrive
The School
This South Ribble primary school is known for its warm atmosphere, strong leadership team, and commitment to inclusive practice. You’ll be joining a supportive staff team where your contribution is valued and professional development is encouraged.
Why Join Us?
- Competitive hourly rate of £14.30 per hour
- Ongoing, long‑term placement
- Supportive school environment
- Opportunity to make a significant impact on pupils’ progress and wellbeing
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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