Teaching Assistant – Full Time – SEN School, PR3 Teaching Personnel are working closely with a specialist residential school located in Preston, supporting young people aged 8–18 with autism, learning disabilities, and associated complex needs. We are currently seeking an experienced and qualified Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated education team on a full-time basis. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people, working closely with teachers, therapists, and care staff to support pupils in both their academic and personal development. Key Responsibilities: Support teaching and learning in the classroom under the guidance of the class teacher Help implement educational health care plans and behaviour support strategies Work one-to-one or in small groups with pupils to promote engagement and progress Assist with classroom management, resource preparation, and behaviour regulation Promote a positive, inclusive, and safe learning environment for all pupils Requirements: Relevant Teaching Assistant qualification (e.g., Level 2 or 3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning) Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant, ideally in a SEN or complex needs setting Good understanding of autism and associated learning and behavioural needs Strong communication and teamwork skills Patience, resilience, and a genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs What We Offer: A structured induction and full training tailored to the SEN environment A supportive, experienced team committed to making a difference A fulfilling and varied working day where you’ll see the impact of your support If you're an experienced Teaching Assistant looking for a meaningful role within a specialist setting, we’d love to hear from you. 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.