SEN Teaching Assistant

Full-Time SEN Teaching Assistant

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD) and complex needs in a specialist educational setting in Bamber Bridge. This is a full-time, long-term position offered through Teaching Personnel, ideal for someone who is committed to making a meaningful difference in the lives of young people with additional needs. The school supports pupils across both primary and secondary age groups. 

Key responsibilities:

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with PMLD and complex needs
• Assist with personal care, including feeding, toileting, and mobility where required
• Support communication using alternative methods such as PECS, Makaton, or assistive technology
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and other support staff
• Help create a safe, engaging, and inclusive learning environment
• Support sensory-based learning activities and individualised education plans

The ideal candidate will:

• Have experience working with children or young people with special educational needs, particularly PMLD or complex needs
• Be patient, empathetic, and resilient
• Be comfortable supporting personal care needs
• Have strong teamwork and communication skills
• Be adaptable and proactive in a dynamic classroom environment

What’s on offer:

• Full-time hours in a supportive and well-resourced setting
• Long-term role with potential for continuation
• Ongoing support and professional development through Teaching Personnel
• Opportunity to gain valuable experience in a specialist education setting

If you are passionate about supporting students with additional needs and are looking for a rewarding long-term role, we would love to hear from you.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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