SEND Teaching Assistant

SEND Teaching Assistant 

Teaching Personnel are recruiting an SEN Teaching Assistant for a temporary to permanent opportunity at a specialist education provision in Longridge, Preston. This role involves supporting pupils with special educational needs within a structured and supportive school environment.

The position will begin on a temporary basis through Teaching Personnel, with the opportunity for a permanent handover to the school following a successful placement.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting pupils with special educational needs in the classroom and during structured activities
• Working one-to-one and in small groups to support learning and engagement
• Assisting the teacher in delivering tailored educational activities and interventions
• Promoting positive behaviour and emotional regulation strategies
• Supporting pupils with social development, communication and independence skills
• Working collaboratively with teachers, support staff and therapists
• Ensuring a safe, supportive and inclusive learning environment

The ideal candidate will:

• Have experience working with children or young people with special educational needs
• Be patient, resilient and able to support pupils with additional learning needs
• Have strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Be proactive and confident supporting behaviour and engagement
• Have experience in education, care, youth work, residential childcare or similar support roles

What we offer:

• Temporary to permanent opportunity with Cambian Brook View School
• Competitive daily pay through Teaching Personnel
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Support from a dedicated Teaching Personnel consultant
• Valuable experience in a specialist SEN education setting

All applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references in line with safer recruitment practices.

If you are passionate about supporting pupils with additional needs and are looking for a long-term opportunity in education, apply today.

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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