Could You Be the Difference That Changes a Child's Day?

SEN Teaching Assistant Opportunities Available in Chorley

Some children need a little extra support to flourish in the classroom. That's where exceptional SEN Teaching Assistants make all the difference.

At Hays Education, we're working closely with welcoming and inclusive schools across Chorley who are looking for compassionate, patient and dedicated individuals to support pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN).
Whether you're an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant, have worked in care or support settings, or simply have a genuine passion for helping children overcome barriers to learning, we'd love to hear from you.

Why Choose an SEN Teaching Assistant Role?
Every day brings an opportunity to make a lasting impact.You'll be helping children build confidence, develop independence, celebrate achievements and reach milestones that others may take for granted.From offering encouragement during challenging moments to celebrating breakthrough successes, you'll play a vital role in a child's educational journey.

Your new roleAs an SEN Teaching Assistant, you may be required to:

• Support pupils on a one-to-one basis and in small groups
• Assist children with Autism (ASC), ADHD, Speech and Language needs, SEMH or other additional needs
• Work closely with class teachers and SENCOs to support learning and development
• Promote positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing
• Encourage independence, confidence and social development
• Adapt learning activities to meet individual pupils' needs
• Contribute to creating a safe, nurturing and inclusive learning environment

What you'll need to succeedTo be successful in this role, you will:

• Have experience working with children or young people, ideally within an educational or support setting
• Demonstrate patience, empathy and resilience
• Be passionate about supporting children with additional needs
• Have strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Be flexible, adaptable and committed to helping pupils succeed

Relevant experience in education, care, youth work, coaching, mental health support or residential care is highly desirable.

At Hays Education, we are committed to supporting our candidates throughout their career journey.

You'll benefit from:

• Competitive rates of pay
• Flexible working options to suit your availability
• Access to a range of local schools across Chorley
• Free CPD and training opportunities
• Ongoing support from your dedicated Hays Education consultant
• Opportunities for long-term, temporary and permanent placements
• A referral bonus scheme

What you need to do now

If you're ready to make a meaningful difference and support children with Special Educational Needs to achieve their potential, we would love to hear from you.Click 'Apply Now' to submit your application or contact the Hays Education team for further information.

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