SEND Teaching Assistant
Location: Leyland
Length of role: Temp to perm starting September 2026
Pay Rate: £14.25 – £16.00 per hour
Type of setting: Mainstream Primary
About the Role
A rewarding opportunity is available for a SEND Teaching Assistant in a welcoming mainstream primary school in Leyland. Starting September 2026, this temp-to-perm role is ideal for candidates looking to build a long-term career in education.
You will work within a specialist SEN class, supporting pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition and Speech and Language challenges, helping them access learning in a meaningful and supportive way.
Key Responsibilities
* Support pupils with additional needs in their daily learning
* Deliver personalised support strategies
* Promote communication and engagement
* Assist in managing classroom behaviour
* Track and report on student progress
Requirements
* Previous SEND experience preferred
* Understanding of ASC and communication needs
* Positive, patient, and adaptable approach
* Strong commitment to supporting children’s development
What’s on Offer
* Excellent hourly pay
* Temp-to-perm opportunity
* Supportive school environment
* Opportunity to develop specialist SEN skills
Apply now to join a fantastic primary school in Leyland as a SEND Teaching Assistant and begin your journey in September 2026.
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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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