SEND Teaching Assistant

Job Title: SEND Teaching Assistant - SLD School (Primary & Secondary)
Location: Chorley
Start Date: September 2025 (or sooner where possible)
Contract Type: Temporary to Permanent
Hours: Full-time (term time only)
Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with special educational needs? Do you have experience as a carer, support worker, or working with individuals with additional needs? We're recruiting for a number of SEND Teaching Assistant positions at a specialist school in Chorley, catering for SLD (Severe Learning Difficulties) across both primary and secondary phases.

About the Role:

This is a non-qualified position ideal for anyone with a background in care, support work, or hands-on experience with individuals with SEN. The school provides high-quality education and care for pupils with SLD and complex needs. Some students are non-verbal and require more sensory-based, nurturing support; others follow a semi-formal curriculum and benefit from structured routines and communication development.
You will work as part of an outstanding, well-established team who provide training, mentoring, and a supportive environment for staff at all levels.

Key Responsibilities:

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  Supporting pupils with SLD and associated needs on a 1:1 or small group basis
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  Assisting with personal care and communication for non-verbal students
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  Helping deliver engaging activities for semi-formal learners
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  Supporting the teacher with classroom tasks and daily routines
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  Using sensory approaches and assistive technology to aid learning
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  Creating a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

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  Experience working with SEN (either professionally or personally)
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  A background in care, support work, or similar roles is highly valued
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  A patient, resilient and compassionate approach
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  A genuine interest in supporting children with complex needs
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  The ability to work effectively within a team

What We Offer:

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  A potential temp-to-perm pathway within a well-regarded SEN school
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  Ongoing training and professional development
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  The chance to make a genuine impact in the lives of young people
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  Support from a dedicated team and leadership who invest in their staff

No formal teaching qualifications are required - just a strong work ethic, enthusiasm, and a willingness to learn.
If you're looking for a meaningful role in education and have experience supporting others in any capacity, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now or contact us to find out more!