SEN Teaching Assistant

Job description

Location: Wilmslow, Cheshire East Salary: £22,996 – £25,068 (dependent on experience & qualifications)Hours: 40 hours per week | Term Time OnlyContract: Permanent, Full-Time

This is an independent specialist school that opened recently and is already making a significant difference. The setting supports up to 50 children and young people aged 5–19 with Autism Spectrum Conditions and associated needs, offering a calm, structured, and nurturing environment where pupils can truly thrive.

The school is highly regarded and has received Outstanding ratings for Behaviour & Attitudes and Personal Development in its most recent inspection.

We are seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a passionate and supportive team. You’ll play a vital role in helping pupils feel safe, supported, and confident while supporting their learning and development throughout the school day.

Support pupils with learning activities and care needs Encourage independence and promote positive behaviour Build warm, trusting relationships with pupils Assist teachers in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons Adapt to a range of needs with patience and flexibility

Essential: GCSEs in Maths and English (Grade C / Level 3 or above) Experience working with children or young people with SEN (paid or voluntary) Understanding of safeguarding and child protection

Desirable: Level 2+ qualification in Supporting Teaching & Learning Knowledge of SEN, SEMH, or ASD Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle

All successful applicants will be subject to enhanced safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

If this sounds like the role for you, apply today!

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% 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.Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Wilmslow

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Salary indication

Between £22,996 and £25,068 Per Month

Published at

09-05-2026

Profession type

Training

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