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SEND Teaching Assistant

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Teaching Personnel

£14.25 - 16.00 per hour

Chorley

Temporary | Full Time

21/07/2026

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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.

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.

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.

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.
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