SEN Support Worker

Teaching Personnel; Chorley; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking compassionate and proactive SEN Support Assistants to join their team in Chorley. This rewarding role involves working closely with teachers and therapists to provide tailored support for children with special educational needs, including autism and ADHD. You'll be part of a nurturing and inclusive environment dedicated to helping every child thrive. With opportunities for ongoing training and professional development, this position offers a chance to make a real difference in children's lives while enjoying a fulfilling career in education.

Benefits

Ongoing training and professional development

Friendly and supportive team

Opportunity to make a real difference

Rewarding career in a fantastic school environment

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with special educational needs is desired but not essential.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with their learning, development, and emotional well-being.
• Assist teachers in creating an engaging and inclusive learning environment.
• Encourage independence and confidence in pupils.

Skills

Experience with children with SEN

Excellent communication skills

Teamwork skills

Patience and caring attitude

Willingness to learn

Education

Relevant qualifications and training

Job description

SEN Support Worker - Educational setting

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with special educational needs? Do you have the patience, dedication, and enthusiasm to support young learners in reaching their full potential?

Location: SEN Primary & Secondary schools across Chorley
Contract: Varied, including full-time, part-time, temporary, and permanent roles
Start Date: ASAP

Teaching Personnel is working closely with primary and secondary SEN Schools in Chorley that are looking for Support Assistants to join them on a flexible basis. The schools are nurturing and inclusive, dedicated to providing outstanding education and support for children with diverse learning needs. They pride themselves on their warm, welcoming environment and their commitment to helping every child thrive.

The Role:

Compassionate and proactive SEN Support Assistants are invited to join Teaching Personnel's pool of educators. You will work closely with teachers and therapists to provide tailored support for children with a range of special educational needs, including autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and complex learning needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supporting pupils with their learning, development, and emotional well-being
• Assisting teachers in creating an engaging and inclusive learning environment
• Providing one-to-one and small group support
• Encouraging independence and confidence in pupils
• Working collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, and other professionals

What are we looking for?

• Experience working with children with SEN (desired but not essential)
• A patient, caring, and positive attitude
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• A willingness to learn and adapt to the needs of the children
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

What we offer:

• A friendly and supportive team
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• The opportunity to make a real difference in children’s lives
• A rewarding and fulfilling career in a fantastic school environment

If you are ready to take on this exciting and rewarding role, we’d love to hear from you! Join us in making a difference—one child at a time!

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Teaching Personnel website for details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available later.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, which may include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer all registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance will be provided.

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