Teaching Assistant - SEMH

Teaching Assistant SEMH – Full-Time (Temp to Perm)
Location: Chorley, Lancashire
Start Date: ASAP

We are currently seeking a dedicated and reliable Teaching Assistant to join a specialist education setting in Chorley. This is a full-time position with an immediate start, offering a 12-week temporary-to-permanent transition for the right candidate.

This role is ideal for individuals who are committed to supporting students with additional needs and can demonstrate a consistent, punctual, and professional approach to their work.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide classroom support to students with a range of additional needs
• Assist the class teacher in delivering engaging and structured lessons
• Support students on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
• Promote positive behaviour and emotional regulation
• Contribute to a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment

Requirements:

• Must be punctual, reliable, and able to commit to full-time hours
• A proactive and resilient attitude
• Experience working with children or young people (preferred but not essential)
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A genuine interest in supporting students with additional needs

What’s on Offer:

• Full-time hours (term-time only)
• Immediate start
• 12-week temporary-to-permanent opportunity
• Supportive school environment and team

If you are looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference, we encourage you to apply today.

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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