Teaching Assistant – Preston, Lancashire

Vision for Education is working in partnership with a welcoming secondary school in Preston, Lancashire to recruit a dedicated Teaching Assistant for a long-term opportunity starting in September 2026. This is an excellent opportunity for a Teaching Assistant who is passionate about supporting young people with additional needs and making a positive impact every day.

Teaching Assistant – SEND Department | Secondary School | Preston, Lancashire

We are seeking a committed Teaching Assistant to join a well-established SEND department within a secondary school in Preston, Lancashire. The successful Teaching Assistant will support students with ADHD and Autism across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4, helping them to access learning, develop confidence and achieve their full potential.

The school was praised during its most recent Ofsted inspection for maintaining high standards, positive pupil behaviour and a supportive learning environment, retaining its Good judgement.

The role:

• Full-time Teaching Assistant position in Preston, Lancashire
• Supporting students with ADHD and Autism across KS3 and KS4
• Working closely with the SEND team and teaching staff
• Starting September 2026
• Long-term temporary role with no set end date
• Opportunity to build valuable experience within a secondary school setting

Requirements:

• Experience working as a Teaching Assistant or supporting young people in an educational setting
• Knowledge of SEND, particularly ADHD and Autism
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• A patient, supportive and adaptable approach
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)

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 Teacher 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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