SEND Teaching Assistant – Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria

Vision for Education is working in partnership with a specialist school to recruit a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant in Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria. This long-term SEND Teaching Assistant in Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria opportunity offers the chance to make a genuine difference to the lives of children and young people with a range of additional needs while becoming part of a supportive and experienced team.

The Role

We are seeking a caring, patient and committed SEND Teaching Assistant in Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria to join the school from September 2026 for the full 2026/27 academic year, with the potential for a permanent position beyond this. For the right candidate, an earlier June 2026 start is available.

As a SEND Teaching Assistant in Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria, you will provide tailored 1:1 support to children and young people across both the primary and secondary age range. You will work closely with teaching staff and other professionals to help pupils access learning, develop independence and achieve their individual targets.

The successful SEND Teaching Assistant in Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria will support pupils with a wide range of additional needs, including autism, physical disabilities, learning disabilities and complex medical needs. Personal care may be required as part of this rewarding role, so applicants should be comfortable providing dignified and compassionate support where needed.

Previous experience supporting children or adults with autism, medical needs, physical disabilities or learning disabilities is highly desirable. We welcome applications from candidates with backgrounds in education, health and social care, residential care or similar support settings who have a genuine passion for helping children and young people thrive.

The School

This SEND Teaching Assistant in Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria role is based within a well-established specialist school that caters for pupils with a broad range of complex additional needs across both primary and secondary phases. The school is committed to providing a safe, nurturing and inclusive learning environment where every pupil is supported to achieve their full potential.

During its most recent Ofsted inspection, the school was judged to be Good, with inspectors praising the positive relationships between staff and pupils, the personalised approach to learning and the strong culture of care and inclusion throughout the school. Staff work collaboratively to create an environment where pupils feel valued, supported and encouraged to succeed.

This is an excellent opportunity for a compassionate SEND Teaching Assistant in Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria who is looking to build a rewarding career supporting children and young people with additional needs.

What we offer

As part of our team, you benefit from:

• Excellent daily rates paid using the PAYE system. (Daily rate is subject to your scale rate, experience in role and qualifications which will be discussed at the point of registration.)
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability).
• Social and networking events.
• Pension contributions.
• CPD to help with your professional development.
• Access to a dedicated consultant.

About us

We are a market-leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high quality educators.

We’re part of The Edwin Group, an education alliance here to do good and are proud to be named in The Sunday Times Top 100 Best Places to Work in the UK 2024.

We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply

If you are a Teaching Assistant that can enthuse, motivate and engage learners and would like the challenge of working in a rewarding environment, then we want to hear from you.

Apply today via this website, or for more information about this role and other opportunities call the Preston office on 01772 669322.

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