1:1 SEND Teaching Assistant (ASC / ADHD)

Are you a patient, adaptable support assistant passionate about helping neurodivergent students thrive in secondary education?

A supportive secondary school in Blackpool is recruiting a dedicated 1:1 SEND Teaching Assistant to provide dedicated support to a student with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) starting this September 2026.

In this targeted role, you will work closely with a Key Stage 3 / Key Stage 4 pupil diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), helping them access the curriculum, regulate sensory and emotional needs, and build lasting academic confidence.

Position Overview:

• Job Title: 1:1 SEND Teaching Assistant (EHCP Support - ASC / ADHD)

• Location: Blackpool, Lancashire (Easily accessible via M55, local bus routes, and Blackpool rail links)

• Start Date: September 2026

• Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM (Term-time only - 30 to 32.5 hours/week)

• Pay Rate: .00+ per day (PAYE, based on experience and SEND qualifications)

• Contract: Full-time, long-term placement for the 2026/27 academic year with permanent contract routes

Key Responsibilities:

• Personalised 1:1 Support: Provide consistent, structured learning support to a designated secondary student across academic subjects.

• Task Differentiation & Focus: Break down complex instructions into manageable steps, using visual timetables, chunked tasks, and focus strategies to support ADHD attention spans.

• Sensory & Emotional Regulation: Identify early signs of sensory overload or anxiety, implementing planned movement breaks, low-arousal techniques, and quiet-space strategies.

• Promoting Social Independence: Support positive peer interactions during group work and unstructured break times while encouraging independent problem-solving skills.

• EHCP Milestone Tracking: Work in partnership with subject teachers, the SENCO, and outside specialists to monitor targets and document daily progress.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Demonstrated experience supporting secondary-aged young people with Autism (ASC), ADHD, or related neurodivergent profiles.

• Calm, reassuring, and consistent approach with a genuine understanding of neurodiverse learning styles.

• Background in school SEND support, healthcare/care, youth work, or relevant psychology/education degrees.

• Certified training in de-escalation or positive handling (e.g., Team Teach, CPI, MAPA) is advantageous.

• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to process a check before September).

Why Join This Blackpool SEND Team?

• Direct Individual Impact: Experience the reward of building a consistent, trusting relationship that directly aids a student's school journey.

• Sociable School Hours: Enjoy a balanced weekday schedule with no evening or weekend shifts, plus 13 weeks of paid school holidays.

• Inclusive Environment: Work alongside an experienced SENCO and pastoral team committed to neuro-inclusive education.

Help a Blackpool secondary student reach their full academic and personal potential this year.