Specialist Teaching Assistant (TA) - SLD / Autism Chorley

Specialist Teaching Assistant (TA) - SLD / Autism Chorley

Location: Chorley, Lancashire

Salary: £98.89 - £115.89 per day (depending on experience)

Start Date: September 2026

Contract: Full-time, long-term

Are you caring, patient, and passionate about supporting young people with complex needs?

Tradewind Recruitment is working with a specialist SEN school in Chorley seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support pupils with Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD) and Autism Spectrum Conditions (ASD).

The Role

• Provide tailored learning, behavioural, and sensory support for pupils with SLD and Autism.
• Work 1:1 or in small groups to promote independence, positive communication, and emotional wellbeing.
• Support structured learning routines, therapy programmes, and use communication aids such as Makaton or PECS.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, and specialist support staff.

About You

• Experience in care, support work, or SEN education (specifically with SLD or Autism preferred).
• Compassionate, reliable, and resilient with a calm, nurturing approach to managing behaviour.
• Comfortable assisting with personal care and daily routines where necessary.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).

What's on Offer

• Competitive pay and weekly payroll.
• Full training and CPD, including behaviour management and specialist communication support.
• A supportive, caring school environment where every day makes a difference.

If you have experience in care or support and want to make a genuine impact in education, we'd love to hear from you.