SEN Teaching Assistant (Full-Time)

SEN Teaching Assistant (Full-Time) Location: Rossendale Area (Haslingden / Rawtenstall / East Lancashire) Salary: £95.89 - £115.89 per day Dependent on Experience Contract: Full-Time (5 Days per Week) Hours: 8:30 am - 3:30 pm, Monday to Friday (Term-Time Only) Job Type: Temporary with the view of permanent Are you an inspirational SEN Teaching Assistant looking to work in a dynamic, highly regarded specialist setting? We are working with a fantastic Special School nestled in the Rossendale Valley. This vibrant specialist learning community provides exceptional education and care for children and young adults aged 3-19. The school supports a diverse range of special educational needs, spanning from Moderate to Severe and Profound Learning Difficulties (MLD/SLD/PMLD), alongside Autistic Spectrum Condition (ASC) and complex physical or communication needs. If you are looking for a stable, full-time role (Monday to Friday, 8:30 am - 3:30 pm) where you can foster independence, autonomy, and an inclusive ethos of respect, this is the perfect opportunity. Key Responsibilities as an SEN TA: Provide high-quality, tailored support to pupils aged 3-19 across various key stages (from Early Years foundational skills through to Further Education and life skills). Assist with a wide spectrum of needs, helping students navigate learning obstacles related to ASC, speech and language, physical disabilities, or sensory impairments. Promote independence, self-discipline, and vital "learning to learn" skills to prepare young people for adulthood. Work collaboratively with a dedicated team of specialist teachers, therapists, and support staff to ensure a safe, supportive, and active learning environment. Assist with personal care, mobility, and sensory diets with the utmost dignity and respect. What We Are Looking For: Experience: Proven experience working with children or young people with complex SEND (such as MLD, SLD, PMLD, or Autism). Qualifications/Skills: Knowledge of positive behaviour support, alternative communication systems (e.g., PECS, Makaton), or moving and handling is highly desirable. Attributes: A patient, resilient, and energetic individual who genuinely values inclusively, tolerance, and understanding. Availability: Ability to commit to a full-time schedule, 8:30 am - 3:30 pm, Monday to Friday. Why Join This Specialist Community? Work within a highly regarded, forward-thinking environment renowned for its leading specialist provision. Enjoy a rewarding career with great hours (8:30 am - 3:30 pm), giving you an excellent work-life balance. Benefit from superb professional development, continuous training opportunities, and a supportive team structure. Beautiful location in the Rossendale area, easily accessible from Bury, Blackburn, Rochdale, and the wider Lancashire region. How to Apply: To find out more about this fantastic opportunity in the Rossendale area, please click 'Apply Now' or submit your CV directly to (url removed) or call (phone number removed). Please Note: This position is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory safeguarding references