SEN Support Assistant / Teaching Assistant

Job Title: SEN Support Assistant / Teaching Assistant Location: Chorley, Lancashire Contract Type: Full-Time (5 Days a Week) Start Date: Immediate (ASAP) Pay Rate: £98.89 - £115.89 per day Job Description Tradewind…

Pay rate £99 – £115/day
Job type Temporary
Posted 14 September 2026

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Job Title: SEN Support Assistant / Teaching Assistant

Location: Chorley, Lancashire

Contract Type: Full-Time (5 Days a Week) Start Date: Immediate (ASAP)

Pay Rate: £98.89 - £115.89 per day

Job Description Tradewind Recruitment is currently seeking dedicated and compassionate SEN Support Assistants to work on a full-time, 5-day-a-week basis within a partner Special Educational Needs (SEN) school in Chorley. This role requires an immediate start to support students with diverse learning needs, including autism (ASC), moderate to severe learning difficulties (SLD), and social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs.

Key Responsibilities

Provide 1-to-1 and small group support to students with Special Educational Needs.

Assist the classroom teacher in delivering engaging, tailored lessons and activities.

Foster a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.

Help manage student behaviour using positive reinforcement strategies.

Track student progress and assist with daily classroom organisation.

Candidate Requirements

Previous experience working with children or young people with SEN in a school or care setting is highly desirable.

A resilient, patient, and empathetic approach to education.

A valid Enhanced DBS check registered on the update service (or willingness to process one immediately through Tradewind).

Availability to work Monday through Friday on a full-time basis, starting ASAP.

What Tradewind Offers

Excellent daily rates of pay paid through PAYE.

Access to free specialised CPD training courses (such as Team-Teach and SEN awareness).

Dedicated local education consultants providing ongoing support.

Rewarding work making a tangible difference in students' lives.

Click 'Apply Now' to be considered for this position in Chorley. For more information or to apply, please contact the recruitment team today at (phone number removed) or email (url removed)

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