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Posted 05 August, 2026

Specialist Teaching Assistant (TA) - SEN / PMLD | Preston

Tradewind Recruitment
Preston, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Specialist Teaching Assistant (TA) - SEN / PMLD | Preston

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    Location: Preston, Lancashire

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    Salary: £90 - £110 per day (depending on experience)

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    Start Date: September 2026 (Immediate or long-term options also available)

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    Contract: Full-time, long-term

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Are you caring, patient, and passionate about supporting young people with complex needs?\n

Tradewind Recruitment is working with a specialist SEN school in Preston seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support pupils with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD) and complex SEND.

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    Provide personal care, mobility, and sensory support for pupils with physical and learning needs.

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    Work 1:1 or in small groups to promote independence, communication, and wellbeing.

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    Support therapy programmes and use communication aids such as Makaton or PECS.

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    Work collaboratively with teachers, healthcare staff, and therapists.

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About You\n
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    Experience in care, support work, or SEN education (PMLD or complex needs preferred).

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    Compassionate, reliable, and resilient with a calm, nurturing approach.

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    Comfortable assisting with personal care and medical routines (training provided).

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    Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).

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What's on Offer\n
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    Competitive pay and weekly payroll.

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    Full training and CPD, including moving & handling and communication support.

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    A supportive, caring school environment where every day makes a difference.

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If you have experience in care or support and want to make a genuine impact in education, we'd love to hear from you.

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How to Apply: Click 'Apply Now' to be considered for this rewarding role in Preston, or contact Christina Grindy at Tradewind Recruitment:

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