Job Description
SEN Teaching Assistant – Primary School (July Start)
East Lancashire | July Start | Full-time
Teaching Personnel are currently seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in East Lancashire from July 2026.
This is an exciting opportunity to support pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and play a key role in helping them access learning in a nurturing and inclusive environment.
About the Role
As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:
* Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with additional needs
* Assist the class teacher in delivering tailored learning plans
* Support children with a range of needs, such as Autism (ASC), ADHD, speech & language difficulties, or SEMH
* Encourage positive behaviour and engagement in lessons
* Help create a safe, supportive, and stimulating classroom environment
About the School
* A friendly and inclusive primary school with a strong focus on pupil wellbeing
* Supportive leadership team and experienced SENCO
* Committed to providing high-quality support for children with additional needs
What We Are Looking For
* Experience working with children, ideally within a primary or SEN setting
* A patient, empathetic, and proactive approach
* Strong communication and teamwork skills
* Relevant qualifications (e.g., Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant) are desirable but not essential
* A genuine passion for supporting children with SEND
What Teaching Personnel Can Offer
* Competitive weekly pay (paid via PAYE)
* Ongoing CPD and SEN-focused training opportunities
* A dedicated consultant to support you throughout your placement
* Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles
* Experience working within supportive local schools
Apply Now
If you are passionate about supporting children with additional needs and are looking for a rewarding role starting in July, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today with your CV to be considered.
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.