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Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teaching Assistant

  1. Primary SEN Support
  2. Blackburn
Date posted : 05/08/26
  1. Full Time
£14.25 - 15.50 per hour

Job description

Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teaching Assistant
Start Date: After October Half Term

We are seeking a caring, dedicated and enthusiastic Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teaching Assistant to join our supportive team after the October half-term break.

This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children with additional needs by providing high-quality support both in and out of the classroom.

The successful candidate will:

  • Have experience of supporting children with Special Educational Needs (desirable but not essential).
  • Be patient, compassionate and committed to helping every child achieve their full potential.
  • Be able to build positive relationships with pupils, staff and families.
  • Work effectively as part of a team while also using their own initiative.
  • Support pupils with their learning, social, emotional and communication needs.
  • Be flexible, reliable and enthusiastic about inclusive education.

We offer:

  • A welcoming and supportive staff team.
  • Opportunities for professional development and training.
  • A rewarding role where you can make a lasting impact on children's lives.
  • A positive and inclusive school environment.

If you are passionate about supporting children with additional needs and would like to join our school community, we would love to hear from you.

Start Date: After October Half Term
Contract: [Full-time/Part-time, Fixed-term/Permanent]
Closing Date: [Insert date]

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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