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1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant (KS1)

Job Posted: 14 days ago

Salary: £ 14.24 - 15.24 / Hour
Job Type: Permanent Temporary
Location: Blackpool, Lancashire

Expire in: 14 days

Job Description

1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant (KS1) - SEMH & Trauma Support

Blackpool Academy

Location: Blackpool (Excellent links to M55 and central transport hubs)

Contract: Summer Term (13th April - 24th July)

Hours: 32.5 hours per week (Monday - Friday, Term Time Only)

Rate of Pay: £14.24 per hour

Potential: Extension into the next academic year based on success

The Opportunity

Are you a compassionate educator with a "nurture-first" approach? Our inclusive Blackpool Academy is seeking a dedicated 1:1 Teaching Assistant to support a specific child in Key Stage 1 who has Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and has experienced trauma.

In KS1, building a sense of safety is the foundation for all learning. We are looking for someone who understands that "all behaviour is communication" and can provide the high-level consistency and patience required to help a young learner feel secure and ready to engage with school life.

What You'll Be Doing

Dedicated 1:1 Support: Providing constant, side-by-side emotional and academic support for one specific pupil.

Creating a Safe Space: Implementing trauma-informed strategies to manage triggers and help the child regulate their emotions.

Foundational Learning: Assisting with KS1 core skills (Phonics, early Literacy, and Numeracy) in a way that feels manageable and non-threatening for the child.

Building Trust: Developing a deep, professional rapport to become the child's "safe adult" within the school setting.

Who We Are Looking For

Qualified: Ideally, you hold a Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification.

Trauma-Informed: You have prior experience or a strong understanding of SEMH and the impact of trauma on early childhood development.

Patient & Resilient: You can maintain a calm, neutral, and supportive presence even during challenging moments.

Early Years/KS1 Savvy: You have a working knowledge of the KS1 curriculum and how to adapt it for pupils with additional needs.

Why Join Our Academy?

We are a school that prides itself on its heart and its commitment to inclusion; we believe every child deserves access to education, no matter their starting point. Located with easy access to both central Blackpool transport links and the motorway, we offer a supportive environment where your impact will be seen and felt every single day.

How to Apply

If you have the heart and the skills to change the school experience for a vulnerable child, please contact Kara Gardner for an immediate discussion.

Phone: (phone number removed)

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