SEN Teaching Assistant — Impactful PMLD Support

Tradewind Recruitment; Penwortham; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join an outstanding school in Preston, Lancashire. You will work closely with pupils aged 2-19 with severe, profound, and multiple learning difficulties, delivering personalised support and assisting with communication, mobility, and daily learning activities.

The role offers an immediate start on a full-time, permanent basis, with a focus on safeguarding, teamwork with therapists and nursing staff, and creating inclusive

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or adults with SEND, PMLD, or complex learning difficulties.
• Must have current Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service (or be able to apply immediately).

Responsibilities

• Specialist pupil support across daily classroom activities and sensory learning for pupils with PMLD.
• Assist in creating safe, engaging learning spaces tailored to EHCP requirements.
• Utilise communication aids and alternative interaction strategies to engage pupils.
• Support welfare, mobility and personal care with dignity and empathy.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists and nursing staff as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Skills

SEND experience

PMLD experience

Patience

Communication

Job description

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join an outstanding school in Preston, Lancashire. You will work closely with pupils aged 2-19 with severe, profound, and multiple learning difficulties, delivering personalised support and assisting with communication, mobility, and daily learning activities.

The role offers an immediate start on a full-time, permanent basis, with a focus on safeguarding, teamwork with therapists and nursing staff, and creating inclusive