SEND Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Chorley; On-site; GBP 19,630 - 22,041; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is seeking a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant for a mainstream primary school in Chorley. You will support pupils with a range of SEND within a specialist classroom, delivering targeted interventions and building positive relationships with pupils, parents, and staff.

The role is ongoing, subject to funding, with competitive hourly pay and a supportive consultant to assist your career development in the SEND education sector.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEND within education, care, or support environments.
• Understanding of Autism, ADHD, SEMH, learning difficulties, or communication needs.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with a range of special educational needs and disabilities.
• Deliver targeted interventions and personalised support programmes.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues.
• Assist with communication and social development activities.
• Implement behaviour support strategies where required.
• Contribute to a safe, engaging, and inclusive classroom environment.

Skills

SEND support experience

Communication skills

Teamwork

Organisational skills

Job description

SEND Teaching Assistant – Chorley

Job Title: SEND Teaching Assistant

Location: Chorley

Role Type: Continuous Role (Dependent on Continued Funding Approval)

Pay Rate: £14.25 - £16.00 per hour

Setting: Mainstream Primary School (Working Within a Specialist SEND Classroom)

A welcoming and inclusive primary school in Chorley is seeking an experienced and caring SEND Teaching Assistant to support pupils within its specialist SEND classroom provision.

This continuous opportunity is perfect for candidates who have experience supporting children with additional needs and who are passionate about creating positive outcomes for every learner.

Key Responsibilities

• Support pupils with a range of special educational needs and disabilities.
• Deliver targeted interventions and personalised support programmes.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues.
• Assist with communication and social development activities.
• Implement behaviour support strategies where required.
• Contribute to a safe, engaging, and inclusive classroom environment.

Essential Requirements

• Experience supporting children with SEND within education, care, or support environments.
• Understanding of Autism, ADHD, SEMH, learning difficulties, or communication needs.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay rates from £14.25 - £16.00 per hour.
• Ongoing role subject to funding continuation.
• Supportive specialist SEND provision within a mainstream school.
• Dedicated consultant and ongoing career support.
• Opportunity to make a genuine difference in children's lives.

Apply Today

If you're a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding long-term opportunity in Chorley, apply now. We look forward to helping you take the next step in your SEND education career and make a positive impact on young learners every day.