About the Role
SEN Teaching Assistant (High Needs Provision) | Blackpool Primary AcademyLocation: Blackpool, LancashireSalary: £14.24 - £15.00 per hourStart Date: September 2026 - July 2027Hours: Monday - Friday, 08:30 - 15:30 (Term-time only)Contract: Temporary (Full Academic Year)Are you a resilient and compassionate SEN specialist ready to be part of something brand new?In September 2026, Blackpool Primary Academy is launching a bespoke SEN Provision within our mainstream setting. We are seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join this specialised team, supporting our most vulnerable learners who require an alternative to the traditional classroom environment. The Role: Specialist Support & InclusionThis is not a standard classroom role. You will be working within a dedicated provision designed to bridge the gap between mainstream education and complex SEND needs. You will support pupils with a range of high-level needs, including:Communication & Interaction: Supporting non-verbal pupils using AAC, signs, and gestures.Sensory & Physical: Managing high sensory profiles and physical needs, ensuring a safe and accessible environment.Triggers & Environment: Supporting pupils with visual or audio triggers and significant behavioural needs who cannot currently access a mainstream classroom.Tailored Learning: Implementing highly individualised learning plans. You will not follow the full mainstream curriculum; instead, work is meticulously tailored to each pupil's IEP (Individual Education Plan) and EHCP (Education, Health and Care Plan), based on their specific cognitive working level. The CandidateWe are looking for a practitioner who views "small wins" as big victories. You must have:Experience with High Needs: A proven background supporting pupils with complex ASD, non-verbal communication, or significant behavioural triggers.Adaptability: The ability to pivot your support style based on a child's sensory or emotional state.Expertise in Personalised Learning: Experience working directly with EHCPs and delivering non-standard curriculum content.Commitment: As this is a new provision, consistency is vital for our pupils. We require a reliable professional for the full 2026/27 academic year. Why Join Our New Provision?Pioneering Work: Be a founding member of a brand-new internal provision aimed at true inclusion.Competitive Pay: £14.24 - £15.00 per hour.Professional Growth: Gain unique experience in a high-needs setting with the backing of a supportive Academy leadership team.Work-Life Balance: Fixed hours of 08:30 - 15:30, Monday to Friday. Why Choose Tradewind Education?Sunday Times Top 100 Employer: We have been recognised for our commitment to staff for four years running.AWR Protection: Ensuring your rights and pay are protected from day one.Unrivalled CPD: Access to over 2,500 certified courses, including Team Teach, Autism Awareness, and Sensory Processing training.