SEN Teaching Assistant

SEN Support Assistant - Chorley
Location: Chorley, Lancashire
Job Title: SEN Support Assistant / SEN Teaching Assistant
Start Date: ASAP
Pay: £16.90 per hour
Contract: Long-term, full-time
School Type: Primary / SEND support
Potential: Permanent opportunity for the 2026/27 academic year
Spencer Clarke Group are recruiting for a SEN Support Assistant in Chorley to work with pupils who require additional support in school. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, 1:1 Teaching Assistant or SEND Support Worker looking for a long-term role in the Chorley area.
The school is looking for someone who can support pupils with a range of special educational needs, including Autism, ADHD, SEMH, speech and language needs, communication difficulties and social, emotional and mental health needs.
The SEN Support Assistant role will involve:

• Working as a SEN Support Assistant in a school in Chorley
• Providing 1:1 support and small group support for pupils with additional needs
• Supporting children with Autism, ADHD, SEMH and communication needs
• Helping pupils access learning in the classroom
• Supporting emotional regulation, routines and positive behaviour
• Working closely with the class teacher, SENCO and wider school team
• Encouraging confidence, independence and engagement in lessons
• Supporting pupils' social, emotional and academic development

We are looking for a SEN Support Assistant who has:

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEN / SEND
• Experience as a Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, SEN TA, Youth Worker, Support Worker or Care Assistant
• A calm, patient and resilient approach
• Confidence supporting pupils with additional needs and challenging behaviour
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• A genuine interest in working in education and supporting vulnerable learners

This SEN Support Assistant job in Chorley would suit someone looking for a long-term school-based role with the potential to become permanent in the 2026/27 academic year.
Relevant experience may include:

• SEN Teaching Assistant
• SEND Support Assistant
• Learning Support Assistant
• Behaviour Support Assistant
• 1:1 Teaching Assistant
• SEMH Teaching Assistant
• Autism Support Worker
• Youth Worker
• Residential Support Worker
• Care Assistant
• Childcare Practitioner

Apply today for this SEN Support Assistant role in Chorley or contact Spencer Clarke Group for more information about our latest SEN Teaching Assistant jobs in Chorley, Lancashire.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR SPENCER CLARKE GROUP

All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy

• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 14.3% 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.

Spencer Clarke Group work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary, Special Education needs and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

INDSCGLAN