SEN Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant

Permanent

full-time

job

recruited via Veritas (London, UK)

Job Reference CS-SENTA_1772115993

Closing date March 29, 2026

Location Chorley, United Kingdom

Type

Full-Time

Status

Permanent

Contact Roscoe Price Moor

+64 273124286

rpricemoor@veritas-education.com

About this job

Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant Location: Chorley, Lancashire

Contract Type: Full-time, Term-Time Only (Monday to Friday)

Salary: £83- £95 per day

Start Date: ASAP

Job Description:

We are looking for a compassionate and experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join our team on a full-time basis in Chorley. The role involves working Monday to Friday, providing crucial support to students with special educational needs (SEN). This is a great opportunity for someone seeking a flexible role with an immediate start.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support students with SEN in the classroom during morning lessons.
• Provide 1:1 or small group assistance, helping children to engage with the curriculum and make progress.
• Assist the class teacher in creating a supportive and inclusive learning environment.
• Implement and follow individual education plans (IEPs) and monitor student progress.
• Help manage behavior and encourage positive social and emotional development.

Requirements:

• Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant, ideally within an SEN setting.
• Patience, empathy, and the ability to build positive relationships with students.
• A relevant qualification in supporting teaching and learning is desirable.
• Strong communication skills and a team-player attitude.
• Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one).

Benefits:

• Competitive pay: £83- £95 per day.
• Immediate start available.
• Supportive school environment with opportunities for professional development.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• 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

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

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'