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Teaching Assistant

Moorlands View School

Lancashire

  • £24,570 - £25,935 per year
  • Expired
Salary:
£24,570 - £25,935 * Per Year - This role is fixed-term for 12-months with a few for permanency
Job type:
Full Time, Fixed Term
Start date:
03 November 2025
Apply by:
7 October 2025

Job overview

We are seeking an enthusiastic committed professional to join us as a Teaching Assistant

The successful candidate will:
• Mentoring, supporting and inspiring learners by supporting them with curriculum-based learning in the classroom, on home tuition and outreach and through outdoor activities
• Assisting with the preparation of learning material and contributing to the delivery of learning objectives with a strong focus on behavioural management and emotional health assessment tools
• Daily reports on learners’ progress and barriers to learning
• Work collaboratively with members of SLT and Student Support & Intervention Mentor to support students and their parents
• Interaction with parents/care givers on a regular basis

Our ideal candidate will have:
• A committed and passionate view of students with SEND
• At least two years’ experience minimum of working in a SEND environment or similar unit/provision
• A level 3 TA qualification is advantageous

EPIC benefits of working for Keys Group:
• NEST enhanced pension scheme
• Staff Referral Scheme – Refer a friend to join Keys Group and split a £500 referral bonus between you
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Access to a blue light discount card
• Fully funded training and qualifications for all colleagues
• Enhanced pay scales based on experience and qualifications
• Employee benefits scheme such as wellbeing app and a range of discounts
• Life assurance

At Moorlands View School:
Part of the Keys Group, Moorlands View School is a welcoming and nurturing provision. A co-educational independent special school that provides a supportive and personalised education programme for pupils aged between 7-16. The school caters for pupils with complex social emotional and mental health needs. The majority of our pupils are Children Looked After, living in Keys Group residential homes in the local area. Moorlands View School provides a therapeutic informed approach and specialist support in a nurturing environment.

This position is on a fixed-term contact for 12 months, the successful individual will be mapped with a student from KS3 for 121 support throughout the working week. Any questions can be discussed at point of pre-screen.

More can be found about Keys Group and our Therapeutic Education Services here

School tours are highly welcomed as a part of our interview selection process.

Please note we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we receive a significant number of suitable applications.

Keys Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of everyone in our care. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, suitable employment references and online searches to safeguard our young people. In addition, this post is exempt from the rehabilitation of offenders act 1974.

Keys Group are very proud to have signed the Armed Forces Covenant that means we have made a commitment to welcoming service personnel, veterans and military families into the group. We are delighted to have veteran friendly policies, offer a Veterans Peer Support Network within our teams and are able to offer Military Awareness and support to our colleagues.

As part of our commitment, we will offer a guaranteed interview to current and former service personnel providing that they meet the criteria of the role that they are applying for. If you feel that you meet the criteria for this, please ensure that you have your military experience detailed on your CV for one of our resourcing team to get in touch.











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About Moorlands View School

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  • Moorlands View School
  • Manchester Road, Dunnockshaw, Burnley
  • Lancashire
  • BB11 5PQ
  • United Kingdom

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About Moorlands View

At Moorlands View, our goals are to:

  1. Encourage self-respect, confidence, and independence in our pupils, nurturing a strong sense of loyalty, honesty, and the ability to form positive relationships based on sensitivity and mutual respect.
  2. Cultivate curious, active minds with the capacity to question, reason, and acquire a range of knowledge and creative skills, helping each pupil achieve their highest potential.
  3. Deliver a broad and balanced aspirational curriculum tailored to meet the unique needs of every pupil, whilst remaining broadly in line with national curriculum expectations.


What Sets Us Apart

At Moorlands View, our focus is on making learning engaging, enjoyable, and memorable. Education here extends beyond the classroom; pupils regularly participate in offsite trips and weekly physical activities, giving them new experiences and encouraging teamwork. We are committed to providing a positive environment where pupils can explore their interests, build confidence, and develop resilience.


Pupils

Moorlands View is a mixed school for pupils aged 7-16 with a range of needs, including Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) challenges, attachment disorders, autism, and ADHD.


Areas of Expertise

We specialise in English, Maths and PSHE, offering a range of qualifications from single-unit awards to GCSE. Our approach ensures that all pupils, regardless of their starting point, gain valuable certifications in these essential subjects. With a solid foundation, pupils are encouraged to pursue further qualifications with confidence and enthusiasm.


A Message from the Headteacher

I am delighted to welcome you to Moorlands View. Our school is dedicated to providing a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment where every pupil is treated with fairness, respect, and care, regardless of gender, disability, or background.

At Moorlands View, we prioritise helping each pupil build the knowledge, skills, and confidence they need to thrive in adult life, whether they pursue employment, further education, or other pathways. Our aim is to foster a positive learning community where every young person can realise their potential and feel equipped for the future.

Paul Dugdale, Headteacher

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