Makaton & PECS Trained Educators - Full-Time Roles

Teaching Personnel; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational staffing agency is seeking experienced educators in Blackburn to support children with speech and communication needs. The role requires training in Makaton and/or PECS. Your responsibilities will include providing 1:1 support, assisting pupils to engage in learning, and maintaining records. This is a full-time position during school hours, offering competitive pay rates and opportunities for ongoing training and development. Immediate start is available.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates

Ongoing training and professional development

Opportunity to impact children's learning

Qualifications

• Experience in education or relevant qualifications required.
• Understanding of communication challenges and how to support them.
• Patience and adaptability in supporting vulnerable learners.

Responsibilities

• Deliver 1:1 support using Makaton and/or PECS.
• Assist pupils with communication challenges during learning.
• Maintain accurate records and monitor pupils' progress.

Skills

Makaton and/or PECS Training

Safeguarding Knowledge

Adaptability

Education

Level 2/3 TA, SEN training

Job description

Location: Various Primary Schools
Hours: 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM (Term Time)
Start Date: Immediate

Are you passionate about supporting children with communication needs and helping them thrive in education? We are seeking experienced educators trained in Makaton and/or PECS to work with pupils who require additional support with speech, language, and communication.

What we’re looking for:

• Makaton and/or PECS Training: Ability to implement communication strategies effectively.
• Safeguarding Knowledge: Active awareness and proactive implementation of safeguarding practices.
• Experience & Qualifications: Previous experience in education or relevant qualifications (e.g., Level 2/3 TA, SEN training).
• Availability: Full‑time, during standard school hours (8:30 AM – 3:30 PM).
• Commitment: A caring, patient, and adaptable approach to supporting vulnerable learners.

Your role will include:

• Delivering 1:1 and small group support using Makaton and/or PECS.
• Assisting pupils with communication challenges to engage in learning.
• Working closely with teachers, SENCOs, and speech and language teams.
• Maintaining accurate records and monitoring progress.
• Proactively safeguarding all pupils and promoting a safe, inclusive school culture.

Why join us?

• Competitive pay rates.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Opportunity to make a lasting impact on children’s communication and learning.

Apply today with your most up‑to‑date CV. Applications without a CV will not be considered. Once CVs have been reviewed and shortlisted, Morgan will be in touch.

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