SEND Support Assistant - Primary & Secondary Provision (Chorley)
Location: Chorley
Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:30 - 15:30
Contract: Term Time Only
Pay: £98 - £106 per day (depending on experience)
We are recruiting dedicated and compassionate SEND Support Assistants to join a specialist SEND provision school in Chorley, supporting pupils across both primary and secondary age ranges.
This is a rewarding role for someone who is passionate about making a real difference to the lives of young people with additional needs.
The Role
You will be working closely with pupils who have a range of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), providing consistent, nurturing support throughout the school day. Pupils may present with autism, SEMH needs, learning difficulties, or complex needs.
Responsibilities include:
* Providing 1:1 and small group support
* Supporting learning, engagement, and emotional regulation
* Assisting pupils with personal care where required
* Supporting behaviour using positive and trauma-informed approaches
* Working collaboratively with teachers, SEN staff, and therapists
* Helping pupils develop independence, confidence, and life skills
Essential Experience
We are looking for candidates who have relevant experience, including:
* Experience as a Support Worker, Youth Worker, or Care Worker
* Personal experience supporting children or young people with additional needs
* Experience working with SEND, SEMH, autism, or challenging behaviour
* Confidence and willingness to support with personal care (essential)
What We're Looking For
* A calm, patient, and empathetic approach
* Strong communication and relationship-building skills
* Resilience and adaptability
* A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable young people
* Reliability and commitment
What's On Offer
* Competitive daily rate: £98 - £106
* Shorter school-day hours (08:30-15:30)
* Term-time only - ideal for work/life balance
* Opportunity to work in a supportive, specialist SEND environment
* A role where your work truly makes an impact
If you're someone who thrives in a caring, hands-on role and wants to support children and young people to reach their full potential, we would love to hear from you.