Job Description

Location: BlackburnStart Date: September

A highly supportive and specialist provision in Blackburn is seeking a committed and experienced Level 3 Teaching Assistant to join its team from September. The school caters for pupils with a range of complex needs, including autism spectrum conditions, communication difficulties, and associated social, emotional, and learning needs, and is dedicated to providing a structured, nurturing, and personalised learning environment.

This role involves working closely with teaching staff to support pupils with diverse and often complex needs. The successful candidate will help deliver highly individualised learning programmes, promote independence, and support pupils in developing key life skills alongside their academic progress.

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support tailored to pupils with autism and additional needs
• Assist in delivering individualised education plans (EHCP outcomes)
• Support pupils' communication, behaviour regulation, and sensory needs
• Help create a structured, predictable learning environment using strategies such as visual supports and routines
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and other professionals
• Promote positive behaviour using consistent and supportive approaches
• Support pupils' personal development, independence, and wellbeing

• A Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent)
• Experience working with children or young people with autism and/or complex needs
• Understanding of structured teaching approaches (e.g. TEACCH, visual timetables, communication aids)
• A calm, patient, and resilient approach
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils who may have communication and sensory differences
• A strong team player with excellent communication skills

• A welcoming, experienced, and multidisciplinary staff team
• Ongoing specialist training and professional development
• A well-resourced environment designed to support pupils with additional needs
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to pupils' lives and futures

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone passionate about inclusive education and supporting pupils with complex needs to thrive.

To apply: Please submit your application outlining your experience and suitability for the role.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ's on the Teaching Personnel website for details.All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance 'Keeping Children Safe in Education' this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.