SEN Teaching Assistant (TA2) - Chorley, Lancashire

Veritas Education Recruitment; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Veritas Education Recruitment is seeking an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant (TA2) to join a welcoming school in Chorley, Lancashire, starting September 2026.

The role involves providing in-class support to pupils with a range of additional needs, helping them access learning and thrive within the classroom. The ideal candidate will have SEND experience, especially with autism or challenging behaviour, and a patient, proactive approach.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of SEND requirements and strategies.
• Experience supporting children with autism and/or challenging behaviour.
• Excellent rapport-building and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-class support to pupils with a range of additional needs.
• Help pupils access learning and participate in activities.
• Collaborate with class teachers and other support staff to deliver learning objectives.

Skills

SEND understanding

Autism support

Behaviour management

Rapport building

Patience and adaptability

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant (TA2) - Chorley, Lancashire

Chorley, Lancashire
Start Date: September 2026
Full-Time Long-Term Opportunity

Veritas Education are currently recruiting for an experienced TA2 Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming school in Chorley.

This role involves providing in-class support to pupils with a range of additional needs, helping them access learning and thrive within the classroom environment.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• A strong understanding of SEND
• Experience supporting children with autism and/or challenging behaviour
• Excellent rapport-building skills
• A patient, adaptable and proactive approach
• Previous experience working in a school setting

This is an excellent opportunity to make a genuine difference to young people's education while becoming part of a supportive school team.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'