Early Years SEND Teaching Assistant – Blackburn, Lancashire

Vision for Education are working in partnership with a welcoming primary school in Blackburn to recruit an Early Years SEND Teaching Assistant – Blackburn, Lancashire. This rewarding Early Years SEND Teaching Assistant – Blackburn, Lancashire role is due to start in April 2026 and will continue for the remainder of the 2025/26 academic year, with the potential for a permanent position from September 2026 for the right candidate.

The Role – Early Years SEND Teaching Assistant – Blackburn, Lancashire

As an Early Years SEND Teaching Assistant – Blackburn, Lancashire, you will be supporting pupils within an Early Years setting on a 1:1 basis. This Early Years SEND Teaching Assistant – Blackburn, Lancashire role will involve working closely with children who have additional needs, including non-verbal pupils with autism and speech and language difficulties.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing dedicated 1:1 support for pupils with SEND in Early Years
• Supporting non-verbal pupils, including those with autism and speech, language and communication needs
• Assisting with the delivery of tailored learning activities and interventions
• Promoting engagement, independence and emotional wellbeing
• Working collaboratively with class teachers and the wider SEND team

This Early Years SEND Teaching Assistant – Blackburn, Lancashire position would suit a patient, nurturing and adaptable individual with a passion for supporting children with additional needs.

The School – Early Years SEND Teaching Assistant – Blackburn, Lancashire

This Early Years SEND Teaching Assistant – Blackburn, Lancashire role is based in a caring and inclusive primary school in Blackburn, Lancashire. The school was rated ‘Good’ in its most recent Ofsted inspection, with inspectors praising the supportive leadership team, inclusive ethos and strong provision for pupils with additional needs.

Staff work collaboratively to create a positive and engaging learning environment, particularly within the Early Years setting, where children are encouraged to develop socially, emotionally and academically. The school has a strong focus on SEND support and provides excellent resources and training for staff working in these roles.

What we offer

As part of our team, you benefit from:
• Excellent daily rates paid using the PAYE system. (Daily rate is subject to your scale rate, experience in role and qualifications which will be discussed at the point of registration.)
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability).
• Social and networking events.
• Pension contributions.
• CPD to help with your professional development.
• Access to a dedicated consultant.

About us

We are a market-leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high quality educators.

We’re part of The Edwin Group, an education alliance here to do good and are proud to be named in The Sunday Times Top 100 Best Places to Work in the UK 2024.

We 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

If you are a Teaching Assistant that can enthuse, motivate and engage learners and would like the challenge of working in a rewarding environment, then we want to hear from you.

Apply today via this website, or for more information about this role and other opportunities call the Preston office on 01772 669322.

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