Job Description

Location: Blackpool, Lancashire (FY1 - FY4 area) Salary: £102.83-£121.83 (Weekly Pay) Contract: Full-Time, Temp to Perm Start Date: ASAP

The Role: Specialist Support in Blackpool

Are you a resilient and empathetic Teaching Assistant looking for a stable, long-term career move? Our leading Blackpool Special School is seeking a dedicated SEND/SEMH Specialist to join our team.

This is a Temp to Perm position. You will start via a trial period, allowing you to ensure the school is the right fit for you before transitioning onto a permanent school contract. You will be working with pupils who have complex Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, Autism (ASD), and specific Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) targets.

Key Responsibilities

  • Special School Support: Provide tailored 1:1 and small group support in a specialized, nurturing environment.

  • SEMH & Autism Support: Use trauma-informed strategies to support pupils with complex emotional regulation needs.

  • EHCP Implementation: Work alongside the SENCO to deliver specific interventions and track progress against individual goals.

  • Positive Behaviour Management: Maintain a safe and productive learning environment using specialized de-escalation techniques.

What We Are Looking For

We welcome applications from Qualified (Level 2/3) and Unqualified candidates with the right "Blackpool grit" and a heart for Special Education.

  • Experience: Previous work in a Special School, PRU, Youth Club, or Residential Care is highly valued.

  • Specialism: A passion for SEND and an understanding of SEMH triggers and sensory needs.

  • Reliability: As this is a Temp to Perm role, we are looking for someone committed to becoming a permanent member of our school family.

  • Skills: Team-Teach or similar de-escalation training is a major bonus (but training can be provided).

Why Join Our Blackpool Special School?

  • Path to Permanency: Prove your worth in the classroom and transition to a permanent contract with the school.

  • Competitive Weekly Pay: High daily rates (£102.83-£121.83) paid weekly during your initial "Temp" phase.

  • Specialist Setting: Work in a Blackpool setting that offers world-class SEN resources and a supportive staff team.

  • Career Growth: Access to specialised CPD in Autism awareness and mental health support.

How to Apply

If you are searching for Special School jobs in Blackpool or SEND TA roles in Lancashire, this Temp to Perm opportunity is for you.

Apply Now: Send your CV to rachael.boaler@twrecruitment.com or call 07423186662 for an informal chat. Closing Date: Open ended.