SEN Classroom Assistant
Job description
SEN Classroom Assistant
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with special educational needs (SEN)? Looking for a rewarding SEN Teaching Assistant role in Lancashire? We have the perfect opportunity for you!
We are currently seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic SEN Classroom Assistant to join a welcoming and inclusive Special School in Chorley, PR7. This is a full-time, long-term role supporting pupils aged 3–19 with a range of moderate, severe, profound, and complex learning needs.
Key Information:
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Position: SEN Classroom Assistant / SEN Teaching Assistant
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Location: Chorley, PR7.
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Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm
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Pay: £13.75 per hour / £90 per day – Paid weekly on PAYE!
Key Duties:
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Support the class teacher in delivering engaging, multi-sensory lessons tailored to each pupil’s individual needs.
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Foster a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment to help all students thrive.
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Encourage independence, confidence, and positive behavior through tailored support and positive reinforcement.
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Help celebrate every pupil’s unique progress, milestones, and achievements.
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Work closely with the wider school team to promote strong relationships between pupils, staff, and families.
What we are looking for:
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Individuals who are compassionate, patient, and committed to supporting children with additional learning needs.
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A genuine desire to help SEN pupils reach their full potential.
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Experience is welcome, but graduates (particularly in psychology or education), teaching assistants, and career changers with a passion for SEN are strongly encouraged to apply!
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s 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 at a later date.
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’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our 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 provided.
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