Primary SEN Practitioner

Primary SEN Practitioner - Blyth Full-Time & Day-to-Day Roles Available
Monday–Friday | School Hours (8:30am–3:30pm)

We are seeking dedicated, supportive, and resilient Primary SEN Practitioners to work across a range of SEN schools in Blyth. These roles involve supporting children with ASD and challenging behaviours, helping them to thrive both socially and academically.

About the Role
You will be working within SEN settings, providing 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with a range of additional needs. Your responsibilities will include:

Supporting pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and behavioural needs
Helping children access learning through tailored strategies and structured routines
Using positive behaviour approaches to manage and de‑escalate challenging situations
Working closely with teachers, SENCOs, and other professionals
Encouraging emotional regulation, communication, and engagement
Following EHCP targets and contributing to ongoing progress reviews

What We’re Looking For
We welcome applications from candidates who have:

Experience working with pupils with SEN
Background in supporting behaviours that challenge
A calm, patient, and proactive approach
Good understanding of behaviour management strategies
Strong communication skills and resilience
Relevant qualifications in education, childcare, or SEN (desirable, not essential)
A DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain oneWhat’s On Offer
Full-time and flexible day-to-day opportunities
Welcoming and supportive school environments
Competitive daily rates
A dedicated consultant to support you throughout your placement

If you are interested in this role please email Rachael.chapman @(url removed) with an up to date copy of your CV, or give us a call on (phone number removed) for an informal chat about opportunities.

The Education Network

Offer:

Our specialist team boasts extensive combined experience and an unrivalled reputation within the education sector. We take great pride in delivering consistently high service levels to both schools and candidates. Our approach is honest, efficient, and designed to offer a recruitment solution tailored to your needs. Additionally, we provide opportunities for further training and development to enhance your career.
You will work in a friendly, caring, and supportive environment where every child matters. Our highly committed and hardworking consultants will strive to find roles that suit your professional aspirations. We also offer excellent rates of pay and ongoing opportunities for professional growth.

The Education Network is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to our comprehensive vetting procedures, including enhanced DBS checks and references. We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices and maintain the highest standards of compliance.
We are an equal opportunities employer, and The Education Network operates as a recruitment agency for this role. Due to the high volume of applications, we will contact shortlisted candidates within three days.

Data Privacy and Processing
By applying for this role, you are agreeing for The Education Network to process and store your personal data, including your CV and application form, for the purposes of recruitment. The Education Network is committed to protecting your privacy and handling your data in accordance with GDPR. Your information will be kept securely and will not be shared with third parties without your consent.

We will retain your data for up to 24 months unless you request us to delete it earlier. You have the right to request access to, amend, or delete your data at any time by contacting Neville Wood at The Education Network.

The Education Network

Offer:

Our specialist team have a combined experience of over 25 years and have unrivalled reputation within the education market, taking great pride in the extremely high service levels that we provide to both our schools and our candidates. Our service is honest and efficient and, in addition to our recruitment solution, we offer the opportunity for additional training and development for our candidates.

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