Location: Blackburn
Pay Rate: £16.90 per hour
Contract Type: Temporary (with potential for a permanent opportunity)

Spencer Clarke Group is currently recruiting for a compassionate and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support a welcoming school in Blackburn.
This is a temporary opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children with additional needs, with the potential for a permanent position for the right candidate.
Previous experience in a school is not essential. If you're patient, caring, and passionate about helping children overcome barriers to learning, we'd love to hear from you.

The Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you'll work closely with teachers and the school's SEND team to support pupils with a range of additional needs. You may provide one-to-one support or work with small groups, helping pupils to access learning, build confidence, and achieve their individual goals.
Every day is rewarding, offering the chance to positively impact pupils' educational and personal development.

Key Responsibilities

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  Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils with additional needs.
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  Assist teachers in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons.
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  Support pupils with their academic, social, and emotional development.
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  Encourage positive behaviour and independence.
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  Adapt learning activities to meet individual needs where appropriate.
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  Build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents.

What We're Looking For

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  A caring, patient, and understanding approach.
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  Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
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  A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs.
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  The ability to remain calm, positive, and adaptable.
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  Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).
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  Right to work in the UK.

What's on Offer?

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  £16.90 per hour
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  Weekly pay through Spencer Clarke Group.
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  Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant.
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  Valuable experience working within a supportive school environment.
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  Potential for a permanent opportunity for the right candidate.

If you're looking for a rewarding role where you can help children with additional needs reach their full potential, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today with Spencer Clarke Group and begin a rewarding career supporting pupils with special educational needs.
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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