Complex Needs Teaching Assistant - Darwen

Justteachers Ltd; Darwen; In loco; GBP 21.000 - 24.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Justteachers Ltd. is seeking a Complex Needs Teaching Assistant for a specialist school in the Darwen area on a long-term basis. The role starts in September 2026 and is full-time.

You will provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with complex needs, assist with personal care and communication, and work closely with teachers and therapists to implement individual plans. References are required and safeguarding is essential.

Competenze

• Experience supporting pupils with complex needs in SEND or specialist settings.
• Ability to implement individual education and care plans with guidance from teachers and therapists.
• Strong safeguarding and personal care knowledge.
• Two education or school-based references.

Mansioni

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with complex and multiple needs.
• Assist with personal care, sensory activities and communication support as required.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists and support staff to implement education and care plans.

Conoscenze

1:1 support

Team collaboration

Safeguarding knowledge

Formazione

Relevant qualifications or experience in SEND

Descrizione del lavoro

About the role:

Justteachers is seeking a Complex Needs Teaching Assistant to join a vibrant specialist school in the Darwen area on a long‑term basis.

The full‑time post is due to start in September 2026, with shortlisting currently taking place.

The school offers a highly nurturing and inclusive environment, supporting pupils with complex learning, communication, medical and physical needs. Staff work closely as a team to ensure every learner is supported to engage, develop independence and achieve meaningful progress.

Key Responsibilities:

• Providing 1:1 and small‑group support for pupils with complex and multiple needs
• Assisting with personal care, sensory activities and communication support where required
• Working collaboratively with teachers, therapists and support staff to implement individual education and care plans

Pre-requisites:

• Relevant qualifications or experience supporting pupils with complex needs
• Proven experience working in a SEND or specialist educational setting
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding, personal care, sensory learning and communication strategies
• Two education or school‑based references