via Reed · 30 September 2026 ·10 days ago

SEN Teaching Assistant

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
Preston Contract GBP 26,000 – 31,200
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Your new company
Hays Education is delighted to be working in partnership with a highly regarded specialist school in the Preston area to recruit a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant.
This is a rewarding opportunity to support children and young people with a range of additional needs in a nurturing and highly supportive learning environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in helping pupils overcome barriers to learning, build confidence, and achieve their individual academic, social and emotional goals.
Your new role
As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:

  • Support pupils with a range of special educational needs, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), communication and interaction needs, learning difficulties and complex needs.

  • Work closely with teachers, therapists and support staff to deliver tailored learning programmes.

  • Provide one-to-one and small-group support to help pupils access the curriculum.

  • Encourage positive behaviour and promote emotional wellbeing.

  • Support the development of communication, social and independence skills.

  • Help create a safe, inclusive and engaging learning environment where every pupil can thrive.

What you'll need to succeed
To be successful in this role, you will have:
  • Previous experience working with children or young people with SEND.

  • A patient, resilient and nurturing approach.

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

  • The ability to build positive relationships with pupils, parents and colleagues.

  • A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs.

  • Relevant Teaching Assistant qualifications or SEND experience (desirable but not essential).

What you'll get in return
  • The opportunity to work within a well-established specialist education setting.

  • Competitive rates of pay through Hays Education.

  • Ongoing support from a dedicated Hays Education consultant.

  • Access to free CPD and safeguarding training.

  • Valuable experience supporting pupils with a wide range of additional needs.

  • Potential opportunities for long-term and permanent employment.


What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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