Teaching Assistant

An Ofsted-rated "Good" special needs school in the Chorley area are seeking a hard-working, motivated and experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to start with them in January 2025!

The school are an all age Special School for pupils and students, who cater mainly for pupils with severe learning difficulties or profound and multiple learning needs. In addition they have a number of pupils on roll with Autistic Spectrum Disorder.

This is a long term SEN Teaching Assistant role commencing in January 2025, with a daily rate ranging from £88.90 - £97.50 dependant upon experience. And Tradewind proudly pay directly via PAYE through our own amazing in-house payroll team, without the need to sign up with a third party umbrella company!! The school are also looking to employ someone one a temporary to permanent (temp to perm) basis, so a permanent position would become available in 2025 for the right candidate!!

As part of this SEN Teaching Assistant role, the school offer fantastic facilities to cater for these additional needs, including hydrotherapy pool, multi-sensory rooms, moveable plasma screens and immersive interactive theatre.

The headteacher is looking for candidates who are pro-active, communicative, and either have previous SEN school experience, or transferable experience from supporting people with SEND in a carer/ support worker capacity.

As part of this full-time SEN Teaching Assistant role, you will attend to pupils' significant personal needs, including moving and handling, personal care and postural management. The successful candidate will also provide advice to assist in their social, health and hygiene well-being, as well as:

• Assisting with the implementation of individualised education health care plans plan
• Under the general supervision of the teacher, plan and implement structured learning activities for individuals and groups of pupils
• Monitor the personal, social and emotional needs of pupils, and supporting some pupils with medical and personal care requirements
• To assist in pupil supervision and assist in the management of pupil behaviour
• To support the promotion of positive relationships with parents, carers and outside agencies

At Tradewind Recruitment, we are committed to supporting your professional development and providing valuable benefits. As a SEND Teaching Assistant with us, you will have access to over 2500 CPD courses offered by the National College. This ensures that you stay up to date with the latest educational practices and enhance your skills as an educator.

To join us and be successful in this SEN Teaching Assistant role in Chorley you will need to have:

• Experience working with pupils with Special Educational Needs
• Strong understanding of the individual needs associated with MLD, SLD, ASD, sensory impairments, and physical disabilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for supporting children's development.
• Relevant qualifications (e.g., Teaching Assistant qualification, CACHE Level 2, or equivalent) are desirable but not essential.
• Hold an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) and professional reference checks.
• CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible.
• Legal right to work in the UK.

If you're an experienced Teaching Assistant looking for an exciting new opportunity in the Chorley area, and would like to register with Tradewind Recruitment, please apply now and take the next step in your career in education! Or for more information about the role, contact Adam Chester on / adam.chester@twrecruitment.com