Psychology Graduate Support Worker. Job in Chorley Education & Training Jobs

Tradewind Recruitment; Chorley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Teaching Assistant to work in a specialist SEN school in the Chorley area. The role involves providing 1:1 or 2:1 support to secondary-aged pupils with autism and social anxiety. Ideal candidates are those with prior experience as a Teaching Assistant or Support Worker or recent graduates, who are patient, empathetic, and eager to help children develop confidence and independence. The position promises a nurturing environment with ongoing guidance and potential contract opportunities.

Benefits

Ongoing guidance and support from the recruitment agency

Potential contract opportunities for the right candidate

Qualifications

• Experience working in a SEN school.
• Strong willingness to learn about autism and social anxiety.
• Ability to manage anxiety and emotions in pupils.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils on a 1:1 or 2:1 basis.
• Assist with learning and social interaction.
• Help pupils manage anxiety in an educational setting.
• Collaborate with teaching staff and support teams.

Skills

Experience as a Teaching Assistant or Support Worker

Understanding of autism and social anxiety

Patient and empathetic

Confident in building relationships

Education

Graduation in relevant field

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 school is now looking for a Teaching Assistant / Support Worker / Graduate to join their secondary department, working with pupils who have autism and social anxiety. This is a rewarding opportunity to support young people in developing confidence, emotional regulation, and independence within a structured and supportive environment.

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

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

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 (url removed).