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SEN Teaching Assistant

Chorley, England , United Kingdom

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Negotiable

Temporary

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Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Chorley
Hours: Monday - Friday, Term Time Only (8:30am - 3:30pm, subject to school hours)
Contract: Full-time, Temporary to Permanent opportunities available
Salary: £98 - £106 per day (subject to experience)

About the Role

We are looking for a dedicated and resilient SEN Teaching Assistant to join a supportive and nurturing school in Chorley. This role involves providing not only tailored learning support but also a high level of personal care, ensuring that pupils' physical, emotional, and educational needs are fully met.

You will play a vital role in helping children with a range of special educational needs (SEN) access learning, develop independence, and achieve their full potential. This position is highly rewarding and would suit candidates with professional or personal experience in supportive roles such as Teaching Assistant, Social Worker, Youth Worker, or those who have cared for individuals with SEN.

Key Responsibilities

Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with SEN, including Autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and social, emotional, and mental health needs

Support pupils with personal care, including toileting, feeding, mobility support, and other daily care needs

Assist teachers in planning and delivering inclusive lessons and activities

Adapt learning strategies and resources to meet individual needs

Promote positive behaviour, emotional well-being, and resilience

Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils, staff, and families

Contribute to maintaining a safe, supportive, and positive learning environment

Requirements

Experience working as a Teaching Assistant, Social Worker, Youth Worker, Care Assistant, or in another supportive role

Personal experience supporting children or young people with SEN will also be considered

A proactive, compassionate, and resilient approach

Ability to remain calm under pressure and manage challenging behaviour effectively

Confidence in providing personal care support with dignity and sensitivity

Strong communication and teamwork skills

Enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

Relevant qualifications (e.g., CACHE Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant, Care Certificate) are desirable but not essential

Benefits

Term-time working: Monday to Friday, no evenings or weekends

Ongoing CPD and specialist training opportunities

Dedicated support from a specialist education recruitment team

Opportunity to secure permanent contracts in schools

Competitive daily rate of £98 - £106 (subject to experience)

If you are passionate about supporting children with additional needs, and have the resilience and compassion to provide both learning and personal care support, we would love to hear from you

No. of positions available*: 1
Salary: Negotiable
Experience: None
Education: None
Post Date: October 14, 2025
Job id:. CV-149478
Position Type: Temporary
Applicants: 0
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