Supply SEN Teaching Assistant - Full Time - Blackburn

Location: Blackburn
Contract: Full-time, Supply
Start Date: Immediate / As soon as possible
Hours: Monday-Friday, term-time only
Pay: Competitive, dependent on experience

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join our supply team supporting primary and secondary schools across Blackburn. This full-time position involves working with pupils who have a range of Special Educational Needs, including autism, ADHD, social and emotional needs, speech and language difficulties, and learning delays.

As an SEN TA, you will work closely with class teachers and SENCOs to provide high-quality, individualised support, helping learners achieve their full potential both academically and emotionally.

Key Responsibilities

Provide 1:1 and small-group support tailored to individual learning needs

Assist with the implementation of IEPs and EHCP targets

Use positive behaviour strategies and de-escalation skills to support pupils

Adapt learning materials to ensure accessibility for all learners

Support pupils during lessons, transitions, and unstructured times

Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, and external agencies

Maintain accurate records and contribute to progress reviews

Uphold safeguarding, confidentiality, and school policies at all times

Requirements

Experience working with children with SEN (essential)

Strong communication, patience, and behaviour management skills

A caring, resilient, and flexible approach

Ability to build trusting relationships with pupils and staff

Relevant qualifications  (e.g. Level 2/3 TA, SEND training)

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.

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