Psychology Graduate Support Worker

Tradewind Recruitment; Chorley; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist recruitment agency is seeking a passionate Teaching Assistant for a secondary SEN school in Chorley. The role involves supporting students on a 1:1 or 2:1 basis to enhance their educational experience and emotional wellbeing. The ideal candidate will have relevant experience or be a graduate looking to gain SEN experience, particularly with autism and social anxiety. A supportive team and nurturing environment await, with potential ongoing opportunities.

Benefits

Ongoing guidance and support

Meaningful role in education

Potential contract opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience with secondary-aged pupils in a classroom or support setting.
• Willingness to learn about autism and social anxiety.
• Ability to provide emotional and educational support.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils on a 1:1 or 2:1 basis.
• Assist with learning, social interaction, and emotional wellbeing.
• Help pupils manage anxiety and access education.
• Work closely with teaching staff and specialist support teams.

Skills

Experience as a Teaching Assistant or Support Worker

Understanding of autism and social anxiety

Patient and empathetic attitude

Confidence in building positive relationships

Job description

Teaching Assistant - SEN School (Secondary)

Location: Chorley Area

Age Range: Secondary-aged pupils

Monday - Wednesday - 8.30am - 4.30 and Thursday and Friday 3.45pm finish

Tradewind Recruitment is working in partnership with a specialist SEN school in the Chorley area, supporting children and young people aged 6 to 19 with a range of ASC.

The Role:

• Supporting pupils on a 1:1 or 2:1 basis
• Assisting with learning, social interaction, and emotional wellbeing
• Helping pupils manage anxiety and access education in a calm, consistent setting
• Working closely with teaching staff and specialist support teams

The School:

• A nurturing and inclusive specialist SEN setting
• On-site multi-disciplinary MOT team providing targeted support
• Strong emphasis on wellbeing for both pupils and staff
• Supportive and collaborative team environment

The Ideal Candidate:

• Experience as a Teaching Assistant, Support Worker, or a Graduate seeking SEN experience
• Understanding of autism and social anxiety, or a strong willingness to learn
• Patient, empathetic, and confident in building positive relationships

What's on Offer:

• A meaningful role supporting secondary-aged pupils
• Ongoing guidance and support from Tradewind Recruitment
• Potential contract opportunities for the right candidate

If you're looking for a new role and would like to work 1:1 or 2:1 with secondary-aged pupils in a specialist SEN school in the Chorley area, Tradewind would love to hear from you.

For more information or to apply, please contact Christina Grindy on (phone number removed) or email