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SEN Teaching Assistant

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Posted on Jun 26, 2026 by CV-Library
Oswaldtwistle, Lancashire, United Kingdom
Education
Immediate Start
£14.5 - £18 Hourly
Contract/Project
SEN Teaching Assistant - 1:1 Behaviour Support - Oswaldtwistle

Start Date: Immediate
Hours: 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Contract Type: Ongoing

Veritas Education is seeking an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a primary-aged pupil in Oswaldtwistle. The role involves helping the child regulate emotions, remain engaged in learning, and access the curriculum in a supportive and structured way.

The pupil experiences:

Short periods of engagement with learning activities
Episodes of heightened emotions, including vocal outbursts
Difficulty remaining in the classroom for extended periods, benefiting from movement and sensory breaksWe are looking for someone who can:

Use calm, supportive de‑escalation techniques
Redirect focus and guide the child back to a regulated state
Provide sensory activities, structured breaks, and time away from the classroom when required
Encourage reintegration into lessons and build positive, trusting relationships
Work closely with the class teacher, SENCO, and pastoral teamsExperience with SEMH needs, positive behaviour support approaches, or trauma‑informed practice is highly valued.

Safeguarding & Application Requirements:
All applicants will undergo an Enhanced DBS Check, reference checks, and-if relevant-overseas police clearances in line with safeguarding policies.
Employment history for the past 10 years should be provided, including explanations for any gaps.
Applicants need to have the legal right to work in the UK and be available for a registration interview.

About Us:
Veritas Education works with schools across East Lancashire to provide teaching and support staff placements. We are committed to enhancing students' education by placing skilled and passionate professionals in the schools where they are most needed.

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 interviewVeritas 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

Reference: 225295942

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SEN Teaching Assistant

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Posted on Jun 26, 2026 by CV-Library

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Oswaldtwistle, Lancashire, United Kingdom
Education
Immediate Start
£14.5 - £18 Hourly
Contract/Project
SEN Teaching Assistant - 1:1 Behaviour Support - Oswaldtwistle

Start Date: Immediate
Hours: 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Contract Type: Ongoing

Veritas Education is seeking an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a primary-aged pupil in Oswaldtwistle. The role involves helping the child regulate emotions, remain engaged in learning, and access the curriculum in a supportive and structured way.

The pupil experiences:

Short periods of engagement with learning activities
Episodes of heightened emotions, including vocal outbursts
Difficulty remaining in the classroom for extended periods, benefiting from movement and sensory breaksWe are looking for someone who can:

Use calm, supportive de‑escalation techniques
Redirect focus and guide the child back to a regulated state
Provide sensory activities, structured breaks, and time away from the classroom when required
Encourage reintegration into lessons and build positive, trusting relationships
Work closely with the class teacher, SENCO, and pastoral teamsExperience with SEMH needs, positive behaviour support approaches, or trauma‑informed practice is highly valued.

Safeguarding & Application Requirements:
All applicants will undergo an Enhanced DBS Check, reference checks, and-if relevant-overseas police clearances in line with safeguarding policies.
Employment history for the past 10 years should be provided, including explanations for any gaps.
Applicants need to have the legal right to work in the UK and be available for a registration interview.

About Us:
Veritas Education works with schools across East Lancashire to provide teaching and support staff placements. We are committed to enhancing students' education by placing skilled and passionate professionals in the schools where they are most needed.

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 interviewVeritas 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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Reference: 225295942

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