SEN Teaching Assistant | Fleetwood | Part-Time (Tue & Wed)
Location: Fleetwood, Lancashire
Contract Type: Part-time (Tuesday & Wednesday weekly)
Duration: Summer Term (Temporary)
Setting: Small-group Specialised SEN Unit (Mixed Age)
Join our innovative Fleetwood SEN unit. Support ASD/Non-verbal pupils in 2-day-a-week role. Access state-of-the-art sensory rooms & art studios. Apply now!
Are you a forward-thinking practitioner who wants to be part of a team that challenges the status quo? We are seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join our specialised unit in Fleetwood. This role is perfect for someone who wants to change lives and make a genuine difference within a school that is constantly evolving to be the best for its children.
Our Innovation-Led Ethos
Innovation is at the heart of everything we do. We like to challenge existing expectations and practice within education to ensure our offer is truly world-class. Our staff are quick and keen to embrace change, forming a strong, courageous team.
We invest heavily in the professional development of our staff, focusing on coaching for performance and the continuous development of Teaching and Learning. If you are looking for an environment that fosters rapid progress and professional growth, you will thrive here.
Exceptional Facilities & Support
Our building and resources are second to none and rarely found in a primary setting. You will have access to state-of-the-art facilities to support your work, including:
A dedicated Sensory Room and multiple Nurture spaces.
Specialist Art and Music rooms, a Dance Studio, and a children's kitchen.
A wildlife area for outdoor learning.
A highly dedicated Nurture Team who provide extensive pastoral support for children and families there is very little they won't do for the best of our pupils.
The Role & The Pupils
You will work within our specialised unit, which is divided into two rooms of 6 pupils each. You will support a mixed-age cohort with complex needs, including Autism (ASD), non-verbal communication profiles, and sensory/regulation requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
Creative Regulation: Using our sensory spaces and innovative techniques to support children in staying regulated and ready to learn.
Bespoke Support: Providing 1:1 and small group intervention for pupils with diverse sensory and communication needs.
Collaborative Practice: Working alongside our pastoral and teaching teams to implement "out of the box" strategies that help children reach their full potential.About You
Experience: Prior experience with SEN (specifically ASD and non-verbal profiles) is essential.
Mindset: You must be proactive, keen to embrace change, and ready to challenge traditional educational boundaries.
Commitment: Reliable and energetic on Tuesdays and Wednesdays throughout the Summer Term.
Tradewind is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to satisfactory DBS checks and references.
Please submit your CV and for more information contact Kara on (phone number removed)/(url removed)
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