Pay: -16.2016.50 per hour

Job description:

Transform your SEN experience into a rewarding education career supporting children with additional needs in Blackpool schools.

Put Your SEN Experience to Work in Education

Teaching Assistant Opportunities - Blackpool

Do you have experience supporting individuals with special educational needs - perhaps in support work, residential care, or a youth or community setting? Your skills could be just what local schools in Blackpool are looking for.

At Spencer Clarke Group, we work with a network of schools in the Blackpool area who are actively seeking SEN Teaching Assistants with real-life experience, not just classroom-based. If you''ve provided care, emotional support, or behavioural guidance in any setting, you already have the foundation to thrive in this role.

What You''ll Be Doing:

• Supporting children with a range of additional needs, including autism, ADHD, and social-emotional challenges
• Providing 1:1 support or working in small groups to help pupils access learning
• Assisting teachers with classroom activities and creating an inclusive environment
• Promoting independence, confidence, and positive behaviour
• Being a calm, consistent presence in a child''s daily routine

We Welcome Experience From:

• SEN support workers
• Residential care assistants
• Youth workers
• Mental health or behavioural support roles
• Any role supporting vulnerable children or young adults

You do not need formal teaching qualifications - what matters most is your experience, patience, and willingness to support children with compassion and consistency.

Benefits:

• Local Opportunities - Work in Blackpool schools that value your background
• Flexible Roles - Choose from part-time or full-time options
• Dedicated Support - A friendly consultant to guide you from day one
• Professional Development - Access to training to help you transition into education
• Competitive Pay - Rates that reflect your experience and value

Ready to Take the Next Step:

If you''re looking to make a real difference in the lives of young people and you have the experience and heart to support those with additional needs, we''d love to hear from you.

Apply now with Spencer Clarke Group and start a fulfilling new chapter supporting SEN pupils in Blackpool schools.

Application Requirements:

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

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 14.3% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Spencer Clarke Group work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary, Special Education needs and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.