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SEND Teaching Assistant - Chorley
We are seeking a SEND Teaching Assistant to join our specialist SEND school in Chorley, which supports pupils with a range of complex learning needs. The children require patience, creativity, and a genuine passion for helping every individual thrive in their own way.
About the Role:As a Teaching Assistant, you'll work closely with class teachers and other support staff to provide tailored support to pupils aged 2-19 with a variety of complex needs, including autism, medical needs, communication difficulties, and cognitive challenges. Your role will be vital in creating a safe, positive, and stimulating learning environment.
Responsibilities include:
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Supporting individual and small groups of pupils in and outside of the classroom.
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Assisting with personal care, including toileting, feeding, and mobility, where required.
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Promoting communication, emotional regulation, and independence.
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Using a range of communication tools such as Makaton, PECS, or AAC (training provided).
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Building trusting relationships with pupils and working collaboratively with families and professionals.
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A background in care (e.g., healthcare, support work, or similar) is highly desirable - your transferable skills are invaluable.
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A warm, patient, and adaptable personality - a sense of humour helps too!
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Strong communication and teamwork skills.
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Experience working with SEND or vulnerable children is beneficial but not essential - we value character as much as qualifications.
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A willingness to undertake personal care duties with dignity and respect.
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Supportive leadership and a committed staff team.
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Opportunities to progress within a growing school network.
- Competitive pay £90 - £110.
If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and ready for a rewarding challenge, we'd love to hear from you.
Please apply now to our SEND Teaching Assistant role in Chorley or Email /
