Job Description

Are you a dedicated and compassionate Foundation Year 1 (FY1) Teaching Assistant or an experienced Special Educational Needs (SEN) professional looking for a truly rewarding role?

A welcoming and inclusive Blackpool Academy is seeking a committed individual to join our highly dedicated Nurture Team, providing essential 1:2 support for two wonderful children with Autism and ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder).

The Role: Making a Difference, Every Day:

  • Position: Foundation Year 1 (FY1) Special Educational Needs (SEN) Support Assistant (1:2)

  • Focus: Supporting two children with Autism/ASD in their learning and development.

  • Schedule: Monday - Friday, commencing immediately and running until at least Christmas, with a strong view to continue until July 2026 based on a successful match.

  • Term time only, temporary contract for 6 weeks initially then until July 2026.

Key Responsibilities:

The successful candidate will be instrumental in the children's daily success, including:

  • Tailoring Activities: Planning and delivering engaging activities that are specifically tailored to the children's individual requirements and learning styles.

  • EHCP Feedback: Providing crucial feedback and evidence to inform and support the delivery of their existing Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) goals.

  • Team Collaboration: Working closely with the School SENCo (Special Educational Needs Coordinator) and the Nurture Team to ensure integrated support.

  • Parental Communication: Providing effective, professional, and positive feedback to parents/carers at the end of each day.

Our Ethos: Nurture, Support, and Inclusivity:

At our Academy, we believe that every child deserves the very best start in life. Our inclusive ethos is our key driver, celebrating the rich diversity within our school community and welcoming pupils from all backgrounds and needs. We firmly believe a child's race, religion, or socio-economic status has no bearing on their potential to succeed.

Our focus on nurture and inclusivity is fundamental to everything we do.

  • We are actively engaged in our journey with Nurture UK, constantly developing and embedding the six principles of nurture to support the holistic development of every child.

  • Our highly dedicated and committed nurture team provides unparalleled pastoral support to children and families-there is very little they won't do for the best of our children.

The Ideal Candidate:

We are seeking a SEN TA or someone with demonstrable experience supporting children with SEN and ASD/Autistic spectrum conditions. Ideally, you will have recent school experience and be:

  • Passionate about working with children with SEN, particularly Autism/ASD.

  • Warm, empathetic, and committed to inclusive education.

  • Ready to embrace and contribute to our nurturing and supportive school environment.

This is more than just a job; it's an opportunity to become a valued member of a school community that truly puts children first.

Apply now to take the next step in your career and help us give two wonderful children the best possible start!

Contact Kara on 01772 977 333 or kara.gardner@twrecruitment.com for more information.