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Teaching Personnel

£14.25 - 16.00 per hour

Chorley

Temporary | Full Time

16/09/2026

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Job Title: SEND Teaching Assistant
Location: Chorley
Duration: Autumn Term (likely to be extended dependent upon funding)
Pay Rate: £14.25 per hour
Setting: Mainstream Primary School

A welcoming mainstream primary school in Chorley is seeking a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to join their team for the Autumn Term. This role offers an excellent opportunity to support a pupil with additional needs while contributing positively to their educational experience.

You will play a vital role in helping the pupil engage with learning, develop confidence and achieve their individual goals.

  • Provide high-quality 1:1 SEND support
  • Support classroom learning and participation
  • Promote positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing
  • Work collaboratively with teaching staff and SEN professionals
  • Adapt support strategies to meet individual needs
  • Encourage independence and personal growth
  • Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant or SEND Teaching Assistant
  • Knowledge of Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) desirable
  • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
  • Caring, patient and resilient nature
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a team
  • Enhanced DBS certificate or willingness to obtain one
  • £14.25 per hour
  • Supportive and inclusive primary school environment
  • Opportunity for a long-term placement
  • Valuable SEND experience
  • Ongoing guidance and support

This is a rewarding opportunity for an enthusiastic SEND Teaching Assistant who is committed to helping children succeed.

Interested? Apply today and take the next step in your education career as a SEND Teaching Assistant in Chorley.

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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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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