Job Description

Location: Blackpool, Lancashire

We are seeking an experienced and dedicated SEN 1:1 Teaching Assistant to provide personalised support to a pupil with Special Educational Needs (SEN) within a school setting in Blackpool. This is a rewarding opportunity for a compassionate, resilient, and proactive individual who is passionate about helping children overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential.

The successful candidate will work closely with the class teacher, SENCO, external professionals, and parents/carers to deliver tailored support that meets the pupil's academic, social, emotional, and behavioural needs.

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support for a pupil with complex SEN needs.
• Implement and adapt learning activities to support the pupil's individual education plan (IEP/EHCP).
• Promote engagement, independence, confidence, and self-esteem.
• Support the pupil with emotional regulation and behaviour management strategies.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff, SENCOs, therapists, and external agencies.
• Monitor and record pupil progress, providing feedback to relevant staff.
• Assist with personal care requirements where necessary.
• Foster a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment.
• Support the pupil during classroom activities, breaktimes, educational visits, and other school-related activities.
• Maintain safeguarding standards and follow all school policies and procedures.

• Extensive experience supporting children with SEN in a school, specialist provision, or alternative education setting.
• Strong understanding of a range of additional needs, including:
  • Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
  • ADHD
  • Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH)
  • Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN)
  • Learning difficulties and developmental delays
• Experience working on a 1:1 basis with pupils who require personalised interventions.
• Excellent behaviour management and de-escalation skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A patient, empathetic, and resilient approach.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and families.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).
• Right to work in the UK.

• Relevant qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning, Childcare, Education, or SEN Support.
• Team Teach, MAPA, or other positive handling/de-escalation training.
• Experience supporting pupils with EHCPs.
• Knowledge of therapeutic and trauma-informed approaches.
• First Aid certification.

• Competitive rates of pay.
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
• Supportive school leadership and SEN team.
• Opportunity to make a genuine difference in a child's educational journey.
• Long-term career opportunities within education and SEN support.

The ideal candidate will be a caring and experienced SEN professional who demonstrates patience, adaptability, and a genuine commitment to supporting children with additional needs. You will be confident working independently, capable of managing challenging situations calmly, and passionate about helping every child succeed both academically and personally.

If you have extensive SEN experience and are committed to making a lasting impact on a young person's life, 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.'