At a Glance
- Tasks: Support pupils with additional needs in a nurturing environment and help them achieve their goals.
- Company: Specialist SEN school in Preston with a compassionate team.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, ongoing support, free training, and potential for permanent position.
- Other info: Join a supportive team dedicated to fostering inclusive education.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while developing your skills in education.
- Qualifications: Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification and experience with SEN required.
The predicted salary is between 22500 - 27500 £ per year.
Contract: Full-time | Temporary to Permanent through agency
Start Date: September 2026
Salary: Competitive daily rate (dependent on experience)
Teaching Personnel is recruiting on behalf of a specialist SEN school in Preston for a dedicated and compassionate Level 3 SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team on a temporary-to-permanent basis. The school supports pupils aged 4–16 with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) and a range of additional needs, including autism, communication difficulties, moderate to severe learning difficulties, and complex needs. The school provides a supportive, nurturing, and inclusive environment where every pupil is encouraged to achieve their full potential.
The role will involve:
- Supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups.
- Assisting teachers in delivering engaging and differentiated lessons.
- Encouraging pupils' social, emotional, and academic development.
- Promoting positive behaviour and supporting pupils to reach their individual goals.
- Supporting pupils with communication, independence, and personal care where required.
- Working closely with teachers, therapists, and the wider school team.
To be considered, you will need:
- A Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent).
- Experience supporting children or young people with Special Educational Needs.
- A caring, patient, and resilient approach.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one.
Teaching Personnel offers:
- Competitive weekly pay.
- Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant.
- Free CPD and SEN training opportunities.
- The opportunity to secure a permanent position within the school.
- Access to a variety of rewarding education roles across Lancashire.
If you're passionate about supporting children with additional needs and want to make a positive impact every day, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with your CV to be considered for this opportunity. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role.
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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