Special Support Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant – Primary School, Fleetwood

Location: Fleetwood
Position: SEN Teaching Assistant (ASC Support)
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Type: Full-time, long-term
Salary: £13.75 - £14.50 per hour (depending on experience)

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young children with additional needs? Teaching Personnel is working in partnership with a welcoming primary school in Fleetwood to recruit a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils in Reception, Year 1, and Year 2 with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC).

About the Role:

You’ll be joining a nurturing and inclusive school environment, providing tailored support to children with ASC across the Early Years and Key Stage 1. Your role will involve:

• Supporting pupils on a 1:1 and small group basis
• Implementing strategies to promote communication, social interaction, and emotional regulation
• Working closely with the class teacher and SENCO to adapt learning activities
• Encouraging independence and confidence in the classroom

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience working with children with ASC or other SEN needs (school-based or transferable)
• A calm, patient and empathetic approach
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships
• A genuine passion for supporting children’s development

Qualifications (Desirable but not essential):

• Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification
• Autism Awareness or SEND training
• Team Teach or other behaviour management training

What Teaching Personnel Offers:

• Competitive daily rates paid weekly via PAYE
• Access to CPD courses and training opportunities
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
• Opportunity to make a real impact in a child’s educational journey

Interested?
Apply today or contact Sasha in the Lancashire North Primary Branch to find out more. We look forward to helping you take the next step in your career!

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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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