SEN KS2 Teaching Assistant – Years 4 to 6
Location: Blackburn & Darwen
Start Date: 23rd February
Contract: Full‑time | Long‑term
Experience Needed: Minimum 1 year KS2 experience (SEN experience desirable)
Are you a patient, dedicated, and experienced Teaching Assistant with a passion for supporting pupils with additional needs?
We are supporting a welcoming primary school in Blackburn & Darwen seeking a confident SEN KS2 TA to provide targeted support across Years 4–6.
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Key Responsibilities
* Providing 1:1 and small‑group SEN support across Years 4, 5 and 6
* Supporting pupils with needs such as Autism, ADHD, SEMH and learning delays
* Adapting lesson materials to suit individual learning styles
* Delivering targeted interventions in reading, writing, maths and SPaG
* Assisting Year 6 students with SATs preparation
* Encouraging positive behaviour and emotional regulation
* Working collaboratively with the SENCO and class teachers to deliver support plans
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✨ Ideal Candidate
* 12+ months of KS2 experience, ideally in Years 4–6
* Experience supporting SEN pupils (school‑based or personal)
* Confident, calm and nurturing approach
* Strong behaviour‑management skills
* Able to build strong relationships with pupils
* Proactive, reliable and committed to supporting pupil progress
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What We Offer
* Competitive weekly pay through Teaching Personnel
* Access to free SEN‑specific CPD training
* Ongoing support from your dedicated consultant
* Opportunities for long‑term and permanent placements in the local area
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How to Apply
If you’re a caring, skilled and motivated SEN KS2 TA ready to make a difference in Blackburn & Darwen, apply today or contact Morgan at Teaching Personnel for more information.
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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% 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.
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