Are you a compassionate and skilled Special Needs Assistant looking for a new opportunity in Blackburn? Do you have a proven ability to support children with diverse needs, including physical, emotional, and learning difficulties? Are you dedicated to fostering the cognitive and physical growth of young learners and committed to enhancing their educational experience? If so, we have the perfect position for you.

We are actively seeking experienced Special Needs Assistants to provide support for special educational needs in primary schools throughout Blackburn. We offer a competitive hourly rate ranging from £13.68 to £16.68, depending on your qualifications and experience. These rewarding roles involve working with a variety of SEN needs, such as Autism Spectrum Conditions, ADHD, challenging behaviours, cognitive delay, global delay, and hearing impairments. Your expertise, qualifications, and skill set will be carefully matched to a school and student who will benefit most from your support.

To be considered, you must have prior SEN experience or a strong understanding of special needs and effective support strategies. Please note that a school-based interview or observation may be part of the application process to ensure your suitability for the role. We encourage qualified candidates who meet the criteria below to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Creating and preparing tailored resources and activities for 1:1 support.

• Collaborating with class teachers and the SENCO to plan and execute appropriate learning activities.

• Liaising with various professionals, including teachers, teaching assistants, and specialist support staff.

• Working effectively with other support staff and LSAs.

• Providing support to classes, small groups, and individual children.

• Monitoring and tracking a pupil's progress to support their personal development and confidence.

Essential Requirements

• Experience of working with young people.

• Comfort and confidence in managing challenging behaviours.

• The ability to engage and build a positive rapport with young people.

• A creative, proactive, and flexible approach to supporting children.

• Experience with SEN or a strong knowledge of learning difficulties.

• TA qualified.

Benefits of Working with Us

• Convenient local parking and access to public transport.

• A competitive hourly rate and weekly pay.

• The opportunity to work within an exciting network of Primary Schools.

• Access to free Continued Professional Development (CPD) opportunities.

• Dedicated support from a specialist consultant in Primary Education.

• CV and application assistance.

• Exclusive discounts.

• A "Refer a friend" Scheme with a reward of £300 love2shop vouchers.

Randstad is committed to the safety and well-being of young children, and as such, all successful applicants will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check and provide satisfactory references.

If you are ready to take the next step in your career, apply today with the support of Randstad Education and our partner schools in Blackburn. Please contact Jessica Verndet at jessicaverndet@randstad.co.uk.