Level 2 Teaching Assistant – Key Stage 3 & 4 Location: Blackpool Contract: Full-time Start: ASAP / Immediate start available Are you an experienced Level 2 Teaching Assistant passionate about supporting young people with additional needs? We are seeking a committed and enthusiastic TA to join a secondary school in Blackpool, providing dedicated support across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4. About the Role In this full-time position, you will work closely with pupils who require additional help to access learning, including those with SEND, SEMH needs, and behavioural challenges. You will support both in the classroom and on a 1:1 or small-group basis, helping learners engage, progress, and achieve their full potential. Key Responsibilities Provide tailored support to pupils across KS3 and KS4 with a range of additional needs Assist the class teacher in delivering structured and engaging lessons Implement behaviour management strategies confidently and effectively Support pupils’ emotional and social development Help maintain a positive, safe, and inclusive learning environment Contribute to student progress and well-being through regular feedback and communication with staff Essential Requirements Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent) Experience supporting pupils in Key Stage 3 and/or Key Stage 4 Strong behaviour management skills Ability to build positive, trusting relationships with young people Patience, resilience, and a proactive approach Experience supporting students with SEND or additional needs What We Offer A welcoming, supportive school environment Ongoing professional development opportunities Competitive pay based on experience The chance to make a real difference to the lives of young learners All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details. 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. 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. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.