SEND Teaching Assistant in Northwich

Job description

SEND Teaching Assistant – SEN Primary School (Autism) – Northwich

Salary: £105 – £110 per day, paid weekly

Contract: Full-time, long-term role with strong temp-to-perm potential

Hirecracker Education are working with a specialist SEN primary school in Northwich supporting children with autism. We are seeking a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to join the team and provide tailored support to pupils, helping them access the curriculum, develop independence, and build confidence in a safe, structured, and nurturing environment.

Why register with Hirecracker Education?

• Cheshire’s ONLY education supply agency headquartered in the heart of Chester
• Onrec Award Winners
• 24/7 access to our experienced, 5* Education Recruitment Consultants
• Competitive rates of pay, paid weekly
• Strong partnerships with SEN schools across Cheshire
• Fast, friendly, and supportive registration process

What you’ll be doing:

• Supporting pupils with autism in the classroom, adapting approaches to meet individual sensory, communication, and learning needs
• Delivering 1:1 or small group interventions focused on personalised learning, social skills, and emotional regulation
• Supporting pupils’ social, emotional, and behavioural development using positive reinforcement and consistent strategies
• Encouraging independence, self-confidence, and positive peer interactions through tailored support and guidance
• Helping maintain a calm, safe, and structured classroom environment that promotes focus, engagement, and inclusion

Requirements:

• Experience working with children or young people in school, SEN, autism support, care, mental health, therapeutic, community settings or other relevant fields
• Good literacy and numeracy skills
• Understanding of autism-specific strategies, communication approaches, and sensory needs
• Ability to build positive, professional relationships with pupils, staff, and parents
• Patience, empathy, and resilience when supporting children with additional and complex needs
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

How to Apply:

If you’re passionate about this position, please either apply by clicking online, emailing me directly or calling Laura on 01244 739 321.

Laura.roberts@hirecracker.co.uk

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Northwich

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

09-10-2025

Profession type

Teaching / Instructors / Guides

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English