Teaching Assistant (SEN KS1) - Garstang

Permanent part-time job recruited via Veritas (London, UK)
Job Reference 09712/10981_1793696880
Closing date December 3, 2026
Location Preston, United Kingdom
Type Part-Time
Status Permanent
Contact Roscoe Price Moor
+64 273124286
rpricemoor@veritas-education.com

About this job

Teaching Assistant (SEN KS1) - Garstang

Immediate Start | Full Time | 08:30am - 3:30pm | Rural Primary School

Veritas Education is working in partnership with a welcoming and supportive rural primary school in the Garstang area to recruit a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN) within Key Stage 1.

This is a full-time, long-term opportunity for someone who is passionate about helping children overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential in a nurturing school environment.

The Role

  • Full-time position, Monday to Friday
  • Working hours: 08:30am - 3:30pm
  • Supporting pupils with SEN in a KS1 classroom
  • Providing 1:1 and small group interventions
  • Assisting the class teacher with learning activities and classroom management
  • Supporting pupils' social, emotional, and academic development
  • Immediate start available

    • The Ideal Candidate

  • Experience supporting children with SEN, either in schools or similar settings
  • Knowledge of additional needs such as ASD, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, or SEMH is desirable
  • Patient, caring, and adaptable approach
  • Able to build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents
  • Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification desirable, but not essential
  • Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one

    • The School

  • Friendly rural primary school located in the Garstang area
  • Supportive leadership team and welcoming staff
  • Positive and inclusive learning environment
  • Opportunity to make a real difference to children who require additional support

    • Benefits

  • Competitive weekly pay
  • Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
  • Opportunity for a long-term role with potential for continuation
  • Access to CPD and training opportunities

    • If you are an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant who is passionate about supporting children with additional needs, we would love to hear from you.

    To apply or find out more, contact Sarah Maclachlan at Veritas Education today.

    APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

  • All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
  • Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
  • You must have legal right to work in the UK
  • You must be willing to attend a registration interview

    • Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

    Disclaimer

    'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'

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