Job Description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Darwen

Start Date: September 2026
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Contract Type: Long-term

Veritas Education is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support a primary school in Darwen. This role involves working closely with two KS1 pupils who are bright and capable learners, both able to access the curriculum with the right support in place.

The position focuses on supporting regulation and ensuring pupils remain engaged and settled throughout the school day. This is well-suited to someone who is proactive, organised, and able to recognise early signs of dysregulation, putting appropriate strategies in place before behaviours escalate.

Applicants must have:

• A Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification
• At least 6 months of classroom experience
• Experience supporting children with SEN, particularly around emotional regulation
• A proactive, organised, and efficient working style
• The ability to recognise triggers and pre-empt behaviour changes
• A calm, active, and adaptable approach

The role will include supporting learning within the classroom, facilitating regulation breaks when needed, and working collaboratively with teaching staff to maintain a structured and supportive environment.

Safeguarding & Application Requirements:
All applicants will undergo an Enhanced DBS Check, reference checks, and any necessary overseas police clearances (if applicable) in line with safeguarding policies.
Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment, including explanations for any gaps.
Legal right to work in the UK and willingness to attend a registration interview.

About Us:
Veritas Education works with schools across East Lancashire to provide teaching and support staff placements. We are committed to enhancing students' education by placing skilled and reliable professionals in schools where they are most needed.

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.'