Location: Preston
Start Date: ASAP
Pay: £95–£115 per day
TeacherActive is currently recruiting for a Teaching Assistant to join a specialist education setting in the Preston area on a temporary to permanent basis, with an immediate start available.
This role is based within a small, supportive independent specialist school that provides education for children and young people who have autism and additional social, emotional, and behavioural needs. The school prides itself on creating a structured, nurturing, and therapeutic environment where pupils are supported to develop confidence, independence, and essential life skills. Classes are intentionally small with high staff-to-student ratios, allowing for personalised support and strong relationships between staff and pupils.
The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting pupils both academically and socially, helping them to engage with learning and regulate behaviour in a positive and consistent way.
The Role
Supporting pupils with Autism and additional needs in both classroom and pastoral settings
Assisting the teacher in delivering engaging and differentiated learning activities
Supporting pupils with challenging behaviour using calm and consistent strategies
Providing personal care, which is an essential part of the role
Encouraging independence, communication, and emotional regulation
Working closely with teachers and support staff to maintain a safe and supportive learning environment
The Ideal Candidate Will Have
Experience supporting children or young people with Autism (desirable)
Experience managing or supporting challenging behaviour (desirable)
A patient, resilient, and compassionate approach
Willingness to provide personal care when required
Strong teamwork and communication skills
A genuine passion for supporting pupils with additional needs
In Return, TeacherActive Can Offer
Competitive daily rates of £95–£115 per day
A temp-to-perm opportunity with long-term career potential
Ongoing support from a dedicated TeacherActive consultant
Access to training and development opportunities
The chance to make a meaningful difference in pupils’ lives
If you are a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding role in a supportive specialist school environment, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today to start your journey with TeacherActive.
About TeacherActive
TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.
Equal Opportunities Statement
TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.
Safeguarding and DBS Compliance
Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.
Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment
Salary description
£95.00 - £115.00 per day