ASD Teaching Assistant

Full Time | Long Term | June Start Preferred - Blackpool

A welcoming and well-resourced mainstream primary school in Blackpool is seeking a committed ASD Teaching Assistant to join their specialist SEN provision on a full-time, long-term basis.

This role would suit someone who is passionate about supporting children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and associated communication and learning needs, and who is looking to become part of a nurturing and highly supportive school environment.

The school has a dedicated SEN unit within the mainstream setting, providing pupils with a structured, supportive environment while also encouraging integration into the wider school community where appropriate.

You will be working closely with pupils across the SEN unit, supporting both academic progress and social/emotional development. The role will involve a mixture of 1:1 support, small group intervention work, and classroom-based assistance.

The children within the provision have a range of needs including:

• Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
• Speech and language communication needs
• Sensory processing difficulties
• Social, emotional, and behavioural needs
• Delayed learning and developmental needs

You will play a key role in helping pupils regulate emotions, engage with learning, build routines, and develop confidence both inside and outside of the classroom.

• Has previous experience working with children with SEN, ASD, or additional needs
• Can build positive and trusting relationships with pupils
• Is calm, patient, resilient, and proactive
• Understands the importance of consistency, structure, and routine
• Is confident supporting challenging behaviour where required
• Works well as part of a wider SEN and pastoral team
• Has a genuine passion for inclusive education

Experience within schools, SEN settings, care, youth work, or support work would all be highly valued.

• A supportive and experienced SEN leadership team
• Excellent training and development opportunities
• A well-resourced SEN provision
• Strong staff support and collaborative working environment
• Opportunity to secure a long-term position within the school

• September 2026 start available for the right candidate
• Competitive daily rate depending on experience

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to gain further SEN experience or continue developing a career within education and specialist support.

Please apply now or contact Issy for further information on the ASD Teaching Assistant post in Blackpool - (url removed) / (phone number removed)