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We believe in giving you more time to do the things you love outside of work Job Title: Learning Support Assistant Location: Waterloo Lodge School, Chorley, Lancashire PR6 7AX Hours: 40 hours per week | Monday–Friday | 8.30am - 4.30pm Salary: £23,638 per annum (not pro rata) Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only Start: October 2026 UK applicants only – no sponsorship available About the Role At Waterloo Lodge School, we're looking for a passionate and dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join our incredible team. Whether you're already working in education, care, youth work, coaching, mental health support, or you're looking to start a rewarding new career, this could be the opportunity you've been looking for. Every day, you'll help students with social, emotional and mental health needs overcome barriers, build confidence, achieve meaningful progress and realise their potential. No two days are ever the same. One moment you could be supporting learning in the classroom, the next you might be helping with outdoor learning, enrichment activities, life skills development or educational visits. This is far more than a classroom support role. It's an opportunity to be a positive role model, build life-changing relationships, and help young people believe in themselves again. What you will be doing • Supporting students in the classroom, in small groups and on a one-to-one basis, • Building positive, trusting relationships that help students feel safe, valued and ready to learn, • Working alongside teachers to deliver engaging and personalised learning experiences, • Encouraging students' independence, confidence, communication and social development, • Supporting positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing through a calm and consistent approach, • Assisting with enrichment activities, outdoor learning, educational visits and life skills opportunities, • Monitoring progress and celebrating achievements, no matter how big or small What you will bring • GCSE English and Maths (Grade 4/C or above) or equivalent, • Strong communication and relationship-building skills, • The ability to stay calm and positive in challenging situations, • A flexible and proactive attitude, • Experience working with children, young people or vulnerable individuals is beneficial but not essential, • A genuine passion for helping students succeed and thrive About Us Waterloo Lodge School is an independent specialist day school for boys and girls aged 11 to 17, catering primarily for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), many of whom may also have additional complex needs. We support students from Lancashire and the surrounding areas. Our dedicated team works collaboratively to provide a safe, supportive and structured learning environment that enables every student to achieve their full potential. We are committed to nurturing each young person’s individual strengths and aspirations, supporting their independence, social and personal development. We pride ourselves on helping students build confidence, resilience and independence, encouraging them to take pride in their achievements and to develop the skills they need for the next stage of their education and future life. Socially, we support our students to develop a greater understanding of the wider community in which they live and to participate in it with confidence and respect. At Outcomes First Schools, we provide specialist education for learners who need a deeper level of understanding, expertise and support than mainstream education can typically offer. We support students with a wide range of complex, co-occurring and neurodivergent needs, including autism, ADHD, SEMH, speech and communication needs, dyslexia and experiences of trauma or adversity. We are proud to be a part of OFG Education who in 2025 were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running. Why Join Us? We place students and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference. We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS. • Life Assurance, • Pension scheme with options to increase contributions, • “Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental health support and physical health checks, • Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:, • Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits, • Hundreds of UK and international discounts, • Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme, • Critical illness cover, • Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. OFG Education is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, OFG Education does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales. #1

Up to £28,347 + excellent benefits Please note that, due to the needs of the school, this role may involve working with both Primary and Secondary-aged pupils. Our Teaching Assistants are fulfilled by the idea of making even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. There’s lots of ups and downs, and to some of our young people, sitting through a lesson can be a big win. We call these huge small victories and whilst they may seem small on the surface, they add up to make a big difference. Check out this video on what life as a _at Witherslack Group is like! You’ll be working with children and young people with Autistic Spectrum Disorder/Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. You’ll be there to help them learn, develop their abilities and raise their self-esteem. You will need to be resilient and dedicated, but those huge small victories that you achieve will be something you’re really proud of. It can be a tough journey, but the positive steps forward will more than make up for it. As a Teaching Assistant at Witherslack Group, you’ll get all the support you need to succeed. Your colleagues will be the best at what they do, the school environments will be well-resourced and we’ll be with you every step of the way, helping you build a rewarding teaching career. Westmorland School is highly regarded for the quality of its specialist provision, consistently earning praise from parents, professionals and Ofsted. With dedicated primary and secondary campuses, the school delivers highly personalised educational experiences tailored to the diverse needs of its pupils. Through specialist learning environments and individualised support, Westmorland enables pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), Complex Needs, Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs to access a broad, balanced and ambitious curriculum. The school’s sustained growth, strong external recognition and positive outcomes reflect the impact of its inclusive and nurturing approach. Across both campuses, Westmorland is committed to ensuring every child receives an outstanding education that builds on their strengths, supports their individual needs and raises aspirations. Through specialist expertise, innovative practice and a strong commitment to inclusion, the school empowers pupils to thrive academically, socially and emotionally, preparing them successfully for the next stage of their education and beyond. We know you’re going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the education sector. With us, you’ll get to bring learning to life and make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people – plus you’ll get: • Training: A full induction and on the job training, • Holiday: You’ll work hard at WG, so you’ll be rewarded with full school holidays, • Progression: If career development is your thing, most of our head teachers and leaders have been promoted from within our group, • Flexible benefits: meaning you can increase/decrease benefits such as life insurance – check out our benefits _, • Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance, • Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discounts, • Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities – check out our schools _, • A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time, • Contributory pension (matched up to 5%) Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs – and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. You’ll be more than a Teaching Assistant, you’ll be able to connect with our pupils because of: • Your ‘can do’ attitude – a team player who rolls up their sleeves to help others, • Ideally you’ll have experience working in a classroom, but if not, we can provide you will all the relevant training, • Your genuine passion for supporting children to learn and the impact it can have on their lives, • Your enthusiasm and expertise to support the teacher and work closely with our therapists At Witherslack Group, inclusion is part of who we are. We’re committed to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, valued and that they truly belong. As a specialist provider of education and care for children and young people with special educational needs, we understand the importance of embracing individuality and championing difference- especially when it comes to neurodiversity. We celebrate diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and the unique strengths that each person brings to our community. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. We are proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer and are committed to making our recruitment and workplace practices inclusive and accessible. If you need any adjustments to support you through the recruitment process or in the workplace, we’ll be there every step of the way. By building a diverse and inclusive team, we’re better able to support the children, young people and families we serve and ensure every member of our team can thrive, grow, and be their authentic self. The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. For a full job description and person specification, please click _ To view our ex-offenders policy please click _. To view our Child Protection Policy, please visit the 'Parents and Carers' section of this School/Learning centre. You can find all our Schools _. Special Education / Careers in Care / Careers in Special Education / Working with Children / SEMH / SEN / ASD

Job Title: SEN Support Assistant / Teaching Assistant Location: Chorley, Lancashire Contract Type: Full-Time (5 Days a Week) Start Date: Immediate (ASAP) Pay Rate: £98. Track student progress and assist with daily classroom organisation. Job Description Tradewind Recruitment is currently s

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Support students with learning disabilities and challenging behaviors, including autism, ADHD, and SEMH, in educational activities.Role is temporary to permanent, Monday-Friday.

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