Job Description
An excellent Opportunity has become available for a compassionate and dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to support pupils with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD) within a specialist educational setting based in Leigh. This is a highly rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people with complex learning, physical, sensory, and medical needs.
Working closely with teachers, therapists, and support staff, you will provide personalised support to help pupils access learning, develop communication skills, and achieve their individual goals in a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment.
The Role
• Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils with PMLD.
• Help to manage and de-escalate challenging behaviours using a calm and consistent approach
• Support the delivery of sensory-based and communication-focused learning programmes.
The Ideal Candidate
• Has experience supporting children or young people with SEND, particularly PMLD, complex needs, or physical disabilities.
• Is confident in managing challenging behaviour in a patient and proactive manner
• Is comfortable supporting personal care needs and following care plans where necessary.
Requirements
• References covering the last 5 years
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)
What New Directions Education Ltd offers:
1. A dedicated and expert Account Manager
2. Regular and varied supply work
3. Competitive rates of pay
4. Potential long-term roles
5. Full compliance with the Agency Workers Regulation (AWR)
6. A network of branches across the UK
7. One of the preferred suppliers to all 22 local authorities in Wales under the All Wales Framework Agreement
8. We are the major teaching supply agency for Welsh speaking teachers across Wales
9. Recommend-a-friend scheme
10. Respected reputation across the education and recruitment industry
We are fully committed to the protection of children and vulnerable adults. All applicants must undertake a full enhanced DBS check.
Please select Apply Now to enquire about this job vacancy with New Directions Education Ltd, Warrington branch.
New Directions Education Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.