Job Title: Special Needs Teaching Assistant (Level 2)

Location: Blackburn

Salary: 12.82-14.75 -Per Hour (Depending on experience and qualifications)

Contract Type: Full-time- Permanent

Start Date: After October Half Term

Job Description:

A local school in Blackburn is looking for a dedicated and compassionate Special Needs Teaching Assistant to join our supportive team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Level 2 qualified candidate to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children with special educational needs (SEN).

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the learning and development of students with special educational needs, ensuring each child's needs are met.
• Assist the class teacher in planning and delivering tailored learning activities.
• Help create a safe and inclusive learning environment.
• Provide one-to-one and small group support to students.
• Foster positive relationships with students, parents, and staff.
• Assist with personal care and mobility as required.

Requirements:

• Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent.
• Experience working with children with SEN is desirable but not essential.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A patient, caring, and empathetic approach to supporting children's needs.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team.

If interested please contact me on (url removed)

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.'