SEND Teaching Assistant - Chorley

Job Title: SEND Teaching Assistant
Location: Chorley
Length of Role: Autumn Term (with a view to continuing based on funding)
Pay Rate: £14.25 - £16.00 per hour
Type of Setting: Mainstream Primary School

SEND Teaching Assistant Opportunity - Chorley

A mainstream primary school in Chorley is seeking a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to support children within its resource provision. This position offers the chance to play a vital role in helping pupils with additional needs achieve success both inside and outside the classroom.

The successful candidate will work alongside experienced teaching and SEND staff to provide targeted support and promote positive outcomes for pupils.

Duties Include

• Supporting pupils with SEND on a one-to-one and small group basis.
• Assisting with personalised learning programmes and interventions.
• Encouraging participation, independence, and confidence.
• Supporting behaviour management and emotional regulation strategies.
• Working collaboratively with teachers and SEND professionals.
• Creating a nurturing and inclusive learning environment.

Essential Skills and Experience

• Experience supporting children with special educational needs and disabilities.
• Previous experience within a primary school environment.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Positive, resilient, and caring approach.
• Commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing.
• Enhanced DBS certificate or willingness to obtain one.

Why Apply?

• Excellent pay rates of £14.25 - £16.00 per hour.
• Opportunity to work within a specialist resource provision.
• Supportive and welcoming school community.
• Potential for the role to continue beyond the Autumn Term, subject to funding.
• Access to ongoing training and career development.

Apply Today

If you are a passionate SEND Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding opportunity in Chorley, apply today and take the next step in your career supporting children with special educational needs within a mainstream primary school.