Vision for Education are recruiting for a 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant to work in a specialist setting in Barrow-in-Furness from April 2026. This is a full-time, long-term temporary role. Pay is £450-£550 per week depending on experience.
About the role
Vision for Education are recruiting for a 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant to work in a specialist setting in Barrow-in-Furness from April 2026. This is a full-time, long-term temporary role. Pay is £450–£550 per week depending on experience.
About the role
Are you looking to support a specific child with SEND on a 1:1 basis?
You will provide targeted support to a pupil with SEND including Autism Spectrum Condition, ADHD, sensory and/or speech and language needs, helping them access learning and engage in school life. You’ll work closely with the class teacher and SENDCo to tailor strategies to the pupil’s EHCP.
About the school
Vision for Education proudly partners with a diverse range of schools across Barrow-in-Furness, including specialist SEN provisions, alternative education settings, PRUs and mainstream primary and secondary schools, providing them with dedicated, skilled staff who are passionate about supporting pupils with a variety of needs to achieve their full potential.
Permanent opportunities may arise following a successful placement and qualifying period of hire.
Requirements
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Experience supporting children with SEND, particularly autism.
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Desirable to hold at least a Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent.
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Positive and proactive approach in supporting students with SEND needs.
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Understanding of sensory strategies and adapting learning towards need.
About Vision for Education
Vision for Education is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff.
Salary
£450 to £550 per week
Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications. The minimum experience, training or qualifications required for this position are:
- Have relevant experience of working with children, young people or vulnerable adults.
- Desirable to hold a Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification as a minimum.
- Essential to have prior experience working within a school, either as a Teaching Assistant or support staff within a classroom environment.
What Vision for Education offer
As a valued employee of Vision for Education, you will receive:
- Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
- Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
- Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
- Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
- FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach training, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates.
- Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
- Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.
Vision for Education do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.
How to apply
Apply via this website with an up-to-date CV and contact details. For more information, or an informal chat about the role, please call the Preston SEND team on 01772 669322 or email [email protected].
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