SEND Teaching Assistant

Axcis Education are delighted to be working with a large SEND school in Skelmersdale that is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join their team from September 2026. This is a full-time position, Monday to Friday, with working hours of 8:30am to 3:30pm. Permanent contracts may be available for candidates who successfully establish themselves within the school.

The school supports students aged 11 to 18 with a wide range of additional needs, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), learning disabilities and complex needs. As a Teaching Assistant, you will provide classroom and individual support to pupils, helping them access learning, develop independence and achieve their personal goals.

The role will involve supporting students with autism across the spectrum, including pupils with communication needs and those requiring additional support with daily routines. Personal care will form part of the role, so this position would be particularly suitable for candidates with experience in care, support work, healthcare or previous SEND education settings.

This highly regarded SEND school was rated ‘Good’ in its most recent OFSTED inspection and provides a supportive, inclusive learning environment. The school offers excellent facilities, including sensory rooms, specialist resources and outdoor spaces designed to support pupils with additional needs. There is also a large on-site car park and public transport links within walking distance.

As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and specialist staff to support pupils’ educational, social and emotional development. A patient, caring and proactive approach is essential, along with the ability to build positive relationships with young people with complex needs.

A successful Teaching Assistant will have:

• Experience working in a special school, SEND setting or care environment.
• Experience supporting children or adults with autism, learning disabilities or complex needs.
• Knowledge of severe learning disabilities (SLD) and profound and multiple learning disabilities (PMLD).
• Experience or training in communication approaches such as PECS or Makaton (desirable).
• Experience with hoisting and manual handling (desirable).
• A willingness to support with personal care.
• A caring, enthusiastic and proactive attitude.
• Reliability, patience and consistency.

Pay starts from £14.25 per hour.

If you are looking for a rewarding Teaching Assistant job in Skelmersdale and have experience supporting pupils with SEND, autism, learning disabilities or complex needs, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to join a supportive specialist school where you can make a meaningful difference to the lives of young people.