Specialist Teaching Assistant (TA) - SEN / PMLD | Rossendale
Job Description
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Location: Rossendale, Lancashire
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Salary: £98.89 - £115.89 per day (depending on experience)
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Start Date: September 2026
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Contract: Full-time, long-term
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Tradewind Recruitment is working with a specialist SEN school in Rossendale 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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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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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.
\nHow to Apply: Click 'Apply Now' to be considered for this rewarding role in Rossendale, or contact Christina Grindy at Tradewind Recruitment: Phone: Email:
