Experienced SEN Teaching Assistant
Primary School | Blackpool | September 2026 Start (or sooner if availability allows)
Teaching Personnel are working closely with a welcoming Primary School in Blackpool who are seeking an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team from September, or earlier this side of the summer holidays for the right candidate.
This rewarding role will involve supporting pupils with additional needs, with a particular focus on Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC). You will work closely with class teachers and the SENCO to provide tailored, consistent support that enables pupils to thrive both academically and emotionally.
The ideal candidate will have:
- Proven experience supporting children with ASC and additional needs
- A calm, patient and nurturing approach
- Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills
- The ability to adapt support strategies to meet individual needs
We welcome applications not only from experienced SEN Teaching Assistants, but also from candidates with relevant backgrounds in:
- Support work
- Residential care
- Youth work
- Social care
If you have experience working with children or young people with additional needs and are looking to transition into a school setting, we’d love to hear from you.
In return, Teaching Personnel offer:
- A dedicated consultant who understands your career goals
- Access to ongoing CPD and training opportunities
- Competitive weekly pay
- Opportunities for long‑term and permanent roles
If you are passionate about making a real difference and are available to start soon or in September, apply today to register your interest.
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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