Job Description

Primary SEN Teaching Assistant - Preston

SEND Support | Full-Time | Long-Term | Tradewind Recruitment

Tradewind Recruitment is recruiting Primary SEN Teaching Assistant to work in an inclusive SEN primary school within Preston. These role focus on supporting pupils with additional needs, either on a 1:1 basis or within small intervention groups.

Pupils may present with ASD, ADHD, speech and language needs, SEMH, or learning difficulties. Support is tailored and delivered in collaboration with teachers and SENCOs.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide targeted 1:1 or small-group SEN support
• Implement individual education plans (IEPs)
• Support emotional regulation and behaviour strategies
• Assist with classroom access and differentiated tasks
• Monitor progress and feedback to teaching staff
• Promote independence and engagement
• Support inclusion within the wider classroom

Essential Criteria

• Experience supporting children with SEND
• Strong understanding of primary-aged learning needs
• Patient, consistent, and resilient approach
• Ability to follow behaviour and support plans
• Enhanced DBS (or willingness to apply)

Desirable Experience

• Autism, ADHD, or SEMH support
• Speech and language interventions
• Team Teach or similar behaviour training
• Backgrounds in Care, youth work, or mental health support

School Environment

• Supportive leadership teams across Preston and Lancashire
• Clear SEN structures and expectations
• Access to specialist resources and training
• Strong focus on inclusion and pupil wellbeing

Why Work xbpsjku With Tradewind

• Long-term, stable placements
• Opportunities across EYFS, KS1, and KS2
• Weekly pay with transparent rates
• Free access to CPD and SEND-focused training
• Ongoing consultant support from our dedicated Preston team

These roles are perfectly suited to experienced SEN TAs or individuals with relevant child-focused or care-based backgrounds looking to transition into education.

Click 'Apply Now' to be considered for this fantastic opportunity in Preston, or for more information, please contact Christina on or email