SEN Teaching Assistant - Secondary School - Blackburn
| Job Type | Permanent Part Time |
| Location | Blackburn, Lancashire |
| Area | Blackburn, United Kingdom |
| Sector | Secondary Education - Support Staff/ Supervisor |
| Salary | £90 - £120 per day |
| Start Date | ASAP |
| Advertiser | remoteapi |
| Job Ref | sentahighblck_1757055330 |
| Job Views | 12 |
- Description
SEN Teaching Assistant - Secondary School - Blackburn Full-Time | Long-Term | Potential Temp-to-Perm Opportunity
We are currently recruiting on behalf of a supportive and inclusive secondary school in Blackburn, who are looking to appoint an experienced and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant.
This is a full-time, long-term role with the potential to become permanent for the right candidate. The successful applicant will play a key role in supporting students with a range of additional needs, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) difficulties.
Requirements:
- A recognised qualification in supporting teaching and learning (minimum Level 2 required)
- Level 3 or HLTA qualifications are welcomed
- Proven experience working with children or young people with special educational needs, preferably in a secondary school setting
- A calm, patient, and empathetic approach
- Strong behaviour management skills and the ability to de-escalate challenging situations
- Committed, reliable, and confident working as part of a wider support team
Role Responsibilities:
- Providing 1:1 and small group support to students with SEN
- Assisting pupils with classroom engagement, social interaction, and emotional regulation
- Working closely with class teachers and the SENCO to implement individual learning plans
- Supporting the wider school community to maintain an inclusive and safe learning environment
- Contributing to progress reviews and liaising with external professionals when required
Key Information:
- Location: Blackburn, Lancashire
- Start Date: Immediate or negotiable
- Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday
- Contract: Long-term with the possibility of becoming permanent
If you have a passion for supporting students with additional needs and the relevant qualifications and experience, we would love to hear from you.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION
- All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
- Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
- You must have legal right to work in the UK
- You must be willing to attend a registration interview
Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.
Disclaimer
'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'
