Sen Teaching Assistant
Job description
SEN Teaching Assistant – Rossendale (BB4)
Start Date: September 2026 | Full-Time Position
We are currently recruiting for a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join a highly specialised school setting in the BB4 area from September on a full-time basis.
This setting supports pupils with complex learning difficulties, including PMLD, autism, and additional medical or sensory needs, and is well-equipped with specialist resources and a strong, supportive staff team.
The Role
- Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with complex needs
- Support pupils with personal care and daily routines where required
- Assist with the delivery of tailored, sensory-based learning activities
- Help to promote communication, engagement, and independence
- Work closely with teachers, therapists, and support staff
- Contribute to a safe, structured, and nurturing learning environment
Requirements
- Experience working with SEN, particularly complex needs or PMLD
- Background in a school or care setting
- Confident supporting pupils with additional needs and behaviours
- Comfortable supporting with personal care
- Patient, empathetic, and resilient approach
- Strong teamwork and communication skills
What We Offer
- Competitive daily rates
- Full-time, long-term opportunity starting in September
- Access to ongoing CPD and specialist SEN training
- Supportive and experienced school environment
- Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
If you are passionate about supporting pupils with complex needs and are looking for a rewarding full-time role in Rossendale, 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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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