TEACHING ASSISTANT 2(B) SEN

Lancashire County Council; Chorley; On-site; GBP 25,989 - 28,142; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff uniform

Wellbeing initiatives

Job summary

Lancashire County Council is seeking 6 Teaching Assistants to support pupils with special educational needs at Mayfield Specialist School in Chorley. You will join a dedicated team delivering day‑to‑day classroom support and hydrotherapy pool assistance under supervision.

Experience with SEN and a background in supporting children in school settings are essential, along with safeguarding awareness. Applications via the school form only.

Qualifications

• NVQ level 2 or above qualification appropriate to the post (or equivalent).
• Level 2 in English/Literacy and Mathematics/Numeracy.
• Experience of working with or caring for children of relevant age.
• Experience of working in a classroom or service environment.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEN in a classroom setting and in the hydrotherapy pool under supervision.
• Assist with general classroom duties and safeguarding of pupils.
• Follow school policies to safeguard and promote welfare of children and young people.

Skills

Experience with SEN

Pupil support experience

Administrative tasks experience

Education

NVQ level 2 or above

Level 2 English/Literacy & Maths/Numeracy

Job description

Overview

Salary: £25,989 to £28,142 (full-time equivalent; pro rata).
Location: Mayfield Specialist School, Gloucester Road, Chorley, Lancashire, PR7 3HN (132 on roll).

Tel: [phone] | School website: www.chorleymayfield.lancs.sch.uk

Summary

We are looking to appoint 6 hardworking, motivated and experienced Teaching Assistants with experience in SEN. They will join a well-established team of professionals who are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We offer a staff uniform and wellbeing initiatives.

Responsibilities

The ideal applicants will have prior experience in supporting pupils with special needs in a special or mainstream setting, in addition to supporting general classroom duties and in the hydrotherapy pool under the supervision of the pool manager. Important note: please read the annex "Supporting Pupils with Medical Conditions in Special Schools".

If you feel you have the skills we are looking for and you want to join our forward-thinking school in providing the best opportunities for all our students, we would like to hear from you.

Qualifications and Experience

• Desirable Qualifications
  • NVQ level 2 or above qualification appropriate to the post (or equivalent)
  • Level 2 or equivalent qualification in English/Literacy and Mathematics/Numeracy
• Essential Experience
  • Experience of working with or caring for children of relevant age
  • Experience of working in a relevant classroom or service environment
• Desirable Experience
  • Experience of working in a relevant classroom/service environment
  • Experience of Administrative work
  • Experience of using Evidence for Learning
  • Experience of supporting pupils with challenging behaviour

Other Information

Please note CVs are not accepted; to apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached. The closing date is 9:00am on 07/09/2026 and the interview date is w/c 14/09/2026. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, an online search will be carried out on shortlisted candidates. This position is part-time, term-time only; salary quoted is full-time equivalent. If successful, the salary will be paid on a pro‑rata basis.

Applications

Applications and further details are available from/returnable to the school. Email: [e-mail]. Note that no curriculum vitae will be accepted.

Equal Opportunities and DBS

The County Council and school are committed to equality of opportunity and safeguarding. The post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (as amended). If successful, you will be required to apply for a DBS disclosure. Information provided will be treated confidentially in accordance with DBS Codes of Practice. For more details please refer to the DBS Code of Practice on the GOV.UK website.

Additional Information

The County Council is a Disability Confident employer; if you apply for a position within a school, check with the school whether they comply with this standard. We can only consider applications from candidates legally entitled to work in the UK. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.