SEN Teaching Assistant

Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Preston
Hours: Monday - Friday, Term Time Only (8:30am - 3:30pm, subject to school hours)
Contract: Full-time, Temporary to Permanent opportunities available
Salary: £98/£106 per day - subject to experience

About the Role

We are looking for a dedicated and resilient SEN Teaching Assistant to join a supportive and nurturing school in Preston. You will play a key role in helping children with special educational needs (SEN) access learning, build confidence, and achieve their full potential.

This role is highly rewarding and would suit candidates with experience as a Teaching Assistant, Social Worker, Youth Worker, or those who have personal experience supporting individuals with SEN.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with SEN, including Autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and social, emotional and mental health needs.

• Support teachers in planning and delivering inclusive lessons and activities.

• Adapt learning strategies and resources to meet individual needs.

• Promote positive behaviour, emotional well-being, and resilience.

• Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils, staff, and families.

• Assist with personal care when required.

• Contribute to maintaining a safe, supportive, and positive learning environment.

Requirements

• Experience working as a Teaching Assistant, Social Worker, Youth Worker, or in another supportive role.

• Personal experience supporting children or young people with SEN will also be considered.

• A proactive, compassionate, and resilient approach.

• Ability to remain calm under pressure and manage challenging behaviour effectively.

• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

• Enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).

• Relevant qualifications (e.g., CACHE Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant, Care Certificate) are desirable but not essential.

Benefits

• Term-time working: Monday to Friday, no evenings or weekends.

• Dedicated support from a specialist education recruitment team.

• Opportunity to secure permanent contracts in schools.

• Competitive daily rate of £98.

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with additional needs and have the resilience to thrive in this role, we would love to hear from you!