SEND Teaching Assistant Location: Darwen 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 fantastic opportunity has arisen for a SEND Teaching Assistant in a mainstream primary school in Darwen. Starting in September 2026, this temp-to-perm role offers stability and long-term career prospects within a supportive educational setting. You will be based in a specialist SEN classroom, supporting pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition and Speech & Language difficulties, helping them access the curriculum and develop essential life skills. Key Responsibilities Deliver targeted support tailored to individual learning needs Encourage communication and social interaction Assist with behaviour management strategies Work collaboratively with teachers and SENCOs Create a positive and nurturing learning environment Requirements Previous experience supporting SEN pupils is highly desirable Understanding of ASC and communication needs Calm, patient, and resilient approach Passion for inclusive education Why Join This School? Long-term opportunity with potential for permanent employment Excellent support and training provided Friendly and collaborative school environment Rewarding role making a meaningful impact Apply now to become a SEND Teaching Assistant in Darwen and take the next step in your education career. 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.