Sen Teaching Assistant
Teaching Personnel · teachingpersonnel.com
Lancaster
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The job in short
Teaching assistant for special educational needs.
Details
- Found
- 21 d ago · posted 2026-10-19
- Location
- Lancaster
Full description
Pay rate: £14.25 - £15.00 per hour (dependent on experience)
January 2027 Start
Experience supporting children with Special Educational Needs is essential
Teaching Personnel are currently working alongside a welcoming primary school in the LA3 area to recruit a committed and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant for a full-time position starting in January 2027.
This rewarding opportunity will involve supporting a pupil with additional needs on a daily basis, helping them to access learning, build confidence, and make meaningful progress both academically and socially. The successful candidate will work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to deliver tailored support and ensure the pupil receives the guidance needed to thrive in the classroom environment.
The role will consist of classroom-based support, alongside delivering targeted interventions and adapting learning activities to meet the individual needs of the pupil.
The ideal candidate will:
• Have previous experience supporting children with SEN.
• Be patient, empathetic, and nurturing in their approach.
• Demonstrate strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships.
• Work effectively as part of a wider staff team.
• Be passionate about helping every child reach their full potential.
What the school can offer:
• A supportive and inclusive school environment.
• Access to ongoing CPD and training opportunities.
• Competitive rates of pay.
• Support from experienced teachers, SEN staff, and school leaders.
• A fulfilling role where you can make a genuine difference to a child's education.
The school is looking to appoint the right candidate ahead of the January start date and will review applications as they are received.
If you are an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant seeking a new opportunity in the LA3 area, we would love to hear from you. Apply today with your up-to-date CV for immediate consideration.
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.
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