SEND Assistant

SEND Teaching Assistant - Mainstream Schools

Location: Blackpool
Job Type: Full-time / Part-time opportunities available
Salary: Competitive daily rate
Start Date: ASAP / Ongoing opportunities
Spencer Clarke Group are working with a number of mainstream schools across Blackpool who are looking for SEND Teaching Assistants to support pupils with additional needs.
This role is ideal for someone who has experience supporting children or young people with SEND, either in a school, care, youth work, residential, nursery or support setting. You do not necessarily need a formal Teaching Assistant qualification, but you will need to be patient, reliable and confident supporting pupils who may need additional help throughout the school day.

The role

As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you may be supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis, in small groups or within the wider classroom. You will work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to help pupils access learning, manage routines and feel included in school life.
You may be supporting pupils with needs such as:

• Autism
• ADHD
• SEMH
• Speech, language and communication needs
• Learning difficulties
• Sensory needs
• Emotional regulation and behaviour support

Your responsibilities may include:

• Supporting pupils with learning activities
• Helping pupils stay focused and engaged
• Providing 1:1 or small group support
• Supporting pupils with routines and transitions
• Encouraging independence, confidence and positive behaviour
• Working with teaching staff to create a calm and supportive learning environment
• Building strong, trusting relationships with pupils

We are looking for someone who is:

• Patient, calm and resilient
• Confident supporting pupils with additional needs
• Reliable and committed
• Able to build positive relationships with pupils and staff
• Willing to follow guidance from teachers and SENCOs
• Passionate about helping children feel supported and included

Relevant experience may include:

• School-based SEND support
• Care or support work
• Youth work
• Residential childcare
• Nursery or early years experience
• Psychology, education or childhood studies background
• Personal experience supporting children with additional needs

What we offer

• Opportunities in mainstream schools across Blackpool
• Full-time and part-time roles available
• Short-term, long-term and temp-to-perm opportunities
• Support throughout the registration process
• Ongoing guidance from a dedicated education consultant
• The chance to make a real difference to pupils who need consistent support

If you are passionate about supporting children with SEND and want to work within mainstream schools in Blackpool, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today to be considered for SEND Teaching Assistant opportunities in Blackpool mainstream schools.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR SPENCER CLARKE GROUP

All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy

• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 14.3% 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.

Spencer Clarke Group work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary, Special Education needs and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

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