Job Description
Special Needs Assistant - Primary Schools (Preston)
Are you a compassionate and skilled Special Needs Assistant with a passion for helping children thrive? We are looking for experienced assistants to provide crucial support to children with a range of Special Educational Needs (SEN) in primary schools across the Preston area. This is a chance to make a real difference in a child's learning journey and holistic development.
About the Role: You will be matched to the specific needs of pupils based on your expertise, working with children who have various SEN requirements, including Autism, ADHD, behavioural challenges, cognitive/global delays, Down syndrome, and hearing impairments. Your support will be tailored to each child's needs, whether through one-on-one sessions, small groups, or within the classroom.
School Overview:
Located in Preston, Lancashire, this leading Catholic independent preparatory school offers a warm, nurturing, and inspiring environment where children are supported to thrive both academically and personally. With a strong focus on Early Years development, the school promotes resilience, confidence, and a love of learning from the very start. Pupils benefit from high academic standards delivered through exceptional pastoral care, creative teaching, and a wide range of opportunities across Music, Drama, STEM, and Sport. The inclusive, values-based ethos ensures every child is encouraged to shine, preparing them not only for entrance exams but also for the future as confident, well-rounded individuals.
Responsibilities
* Preparation of resources and activities for 1:1 support tailored to the child's needs.
* Collaborate with classroom teachers / SENCO to organise appropriate activities.
* Liaise with other professionals such as Teacher's, TA, specialist support staff.
* Work closely with other LSAs and support staff.
* Work with classes, small groups and with children on a one to one basis.
* Monitor and track the development of the pupil In question and support personal development and confidence.
Essential requirements
* Experience of working with young people.
* Be comfortable and confident in managing challenging behaviours.
* Ability to engage with, and build rapport with young people.
* Be creative, proactive and flexible in their supporting style.
* Have experience with SEN or knowledge learning difficulties.
* TA qualified.
Associated Benefits
* Local parking.
* Public Transport nearby.
* Competitive daily pay rate.
* Weekly pay.
* Support from an exciting network of Primary Schools.
* Access to free CPD.
* Support from your dedicated consultant who specialises in Primary Education.
* CV and application support.
* Discounts.
* Refer a friend Scheme with a reward of £300 love 3 shop vouchers.
Randstad is committed to the safety of young children; therefore all posts will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
Apply today to start your career in teaching with the support of Randstad Education and the Primary Schools. We are able to provide you with a network of opportunities in the local Primary Schools and access to CPD.
For more information or a confidential discussion, please contact Jessica Verndet at or call us at .