Teaching Assistant in Blackpool, Lancashire

We're working with a number of secondary schools across Blackpool and the Fylde Coast who are looking for dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistants to join their teams.

We have opportunities supporting pupils across mainstream education, including those who require additional learning, behavioural and SEND support.

Whether you're an experienced Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant or looking to start a career in education, we want to hear from you!

The Role:

• Provide classroom support to teachers and pupils across a range of subjects.
• Deliver 1:1 and small-group interventions where required.
• Support pupils with additional learning needs, including SEND.
• Help manage classroom behaviour and promote positive engagement.
• Encourage pupils to develop confidence, independence and social skills.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and other support staff.

We're Looking For:

• Previous experience working with children or young people (desirable).
• Teaching Assistants, Learning Support Assistants and Learning Mentors.
• Experience supporting pupils with SEND, SEMH, autism or ADHD (advantageous).
• Strong communication, patience and relationship-building skills.
• A positive, flexible and proactive approach.

Why Work With Us?

• Flexible working opportunities to suit your availability.
• A variety of mainstream secondary school placements.
• Competitive rates of pay.
• Opportunities for daily, short-term and long-term work.
• The chance to gain experience across different schools and settings.
• Dedicated support from a specialist education consultant.

Locations: Blackpool, Lytham St Annes, Fleetwood, Thornton-Cleveleys, Poulton-le-Fylde, Kirkham and surrounding areas.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR SPENCER CLARKE GROUP

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

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.