Job Description

Location: Preston Area

Salary: Competitive / Dependent on Experience (Pro-rata) Contract: Part-Time (4 Days per Week)

Hours: Monday to Friday 8.30am - 3.30pm, Term-Time Only

Job Type: Temporary with the view of permanent

Are you a passionate and resilient SEN Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding part-time role?

We are working exclusively with an Outstanding Special School in the Preston area that caters to children and young people aged 2-19. This highly regarded, warm, and welcoming community school supports pupils with Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD) and Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD).

If you want to make a tangible difference in a school known for its exceptional facilities, sensory rooms, and child-centred ethos, this role is perfect for you.

• Provide tailored, person-centred support to children and young people with complex needs (SLD/PMLD).

• Assist with sensory integration, communication aids (such as PECS/Makaton), and physical/hydrotherapy sessions where required.

• Support personal care and mobility needs with dignity and absolute respect.

• Work closely with class teachers, therapists, and supportive families to foster a safe, positive, and inclusive learning environment.

• Engage students in creative, interactive, and messy play activities to build cognitive and emotional development.

• Experience: Proven experience working with children or young adults with complex SEND (SLD, PMLD, ASD, or complex medical needs).

• Skills: Knowledge of sensory circuits, moving and handling, or alternative communication methods is highly advantageous, though personal qualities are key.

• Attributes: A naturally empathetic, patient, and resilient nature. You should be someone who celebrates the "small wins" every day.

• Commitment: Ability to commit to a consistent 5 days per week schedule to maintain stability for our wonderful pupils.

• Work within an Ofsted "Outstanding" environment with a tight-knit, welcoming "family" team.

• Access to state-of-the-art specialist facilities and continuous professional development (CPD).

• Fantastic work-life balance with a part-time, term-time-only schedule.

• Easily accessible from Preston, Blackpool, and the wider Lancashire area.

To find out more about this incredible opportunity in the Preston 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.