SEN Teaching Assistant (Autism, PMLD & SEMH)

SEN Teaching Assistant (Autism, PMLD & SEMH)Job Title: SEN Teaching AssistantLocation: Kirkham AreaContract Type: Full-Time (Long-Term / Temporary to July 2027)Start Date: Immediate / ASAPPay Rate: £98 - £120 per day (dependent on experience)About the RoleTradewind Recruitment is currently working alongside an excellent, warm, and welcoming specialist SEN school in the Kirkham area. We are looking for a compassionate, resilient, and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to join their dedicated support team starting ASAP through to July 2027.In this role, you will be supporting children and young people who present with a diverse range of special educational needs, including Autism Spectrum Conditions (ASC), Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD), and Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. You will help create a safe, engaging, and inclusive environment that empowers students to build confidence and independence.Key Responsibilities1-to-1 & Small Group Support: Assist pupils individually or in small groups with daily learning tasks, therapy sessions, and tailored activities.Specialist Needs Support: Help cater to students with Autism, PMLD, and SEMH, ensuring personal care, communication needs, and emotional wellbeing are prioritised.Progress Tracking: Help implement Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) targets and monitor individual student progression.Positive Reinforcement: Promote positive behaviour and support emotional regulation using proactive, nurturing strategies.Collaborative Working: Work closely with class teachers, SENCOs, and external specialists to maintain a structured and supportive routine.Candidate RequirementsExperience: Previous experience working as an SEN Teaching Assistant, Support Worker, or Care Worker, with familiarity supporting Autism, PMLD, or SEMH being highly advantageous.Personal Qualities: A calm, patient, empathetic, and resilient approach.Availability: Able to commit to a full-time schedule (Monday to Friday, school hours) starting ASAP through July 2027.Compliance: Must hold a valid Enhanced DBS certificate registered on the Update Service (or be willing to apply for one immediately through Tradewind).What Tradewind OffersCompetitive Pay: Daily rates ranging from £98 to £120 per day paid via PAYE.Professional Development: Access to free specialist CPD courses, including Team Teach, safeguarding, and autism awareness training.Long-Term Stability: A secure, rewarding placement running through the academic calendar.Interested? Please click 'Apply Now' or submit your CV directly to [email removed] or call [phone removed]