Unqualified SEND Teaching Assistant

Location: Chorley
Setting: Specialist SEND School (Primary & Secondary)
Contract Type: Full-Time, Temp-to-Perm
Start Date: ASAP

A specialist SEND school in Chorley is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant to join their team. The school supports pupils across both primary and secondary phases, offering a varied and engaging environment.
This role is ideal for individuals from care or support-based backgrounds who are looking to transition into education.

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  Provide classroom support across a range of subjects and age groups
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  Work 1:1 or in small groups with pupils with additional needs
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  Support behaviour management and engagement in learning
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  Assist with personal care in a respectful and dignified manner
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  Collaborate with teachers and support staff to meet pupil needs
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  Encourage independence and confidence in pupils

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  Experience as a Support Worker, Care Assistant, or similar
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  A genuine passion for supporting children with SEND
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  Strong communication and teamwork skills
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  Adaptable and calm under pressure
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  Open to working across primary or secondary (or both)

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  Structured pathway into a permanent school role
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  Supportive and inclusive school environment
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  Ongoing training and development opportunities
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  Competitive daily rate

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR SPENCER CLARKE GROUP

All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy

• • Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
  • You must have legal right to work in the UK
  • You must be willing to attend a registration interview

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 14.3% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Spencer Clarke Group work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary, Special Education needs and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

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