SEN Teaching Assistant — Inspire Autistic Learners (Term-Time)

Job description

Make a Real Difference: SEN Teaching AssistantLocation: Wilmslow, Cheshire East

Salary: £22,996 - £25,068 per annum (Actual salary, depending on experience)

Hourly Rate: £12.87 - £14.03 p/hr

Hours: Permanent, Full-Time (40 hours per week) - Term Time Only!

About the SchoolAre you ready to join a specialist independent school where every single child matters?

Opened in 2023, our thriving school supports up to 50 young people (aged 5-19) with Autism Spectrum Conditions and associated educational challenges. We are incredibly proud to have already achieved Outstanding ratings from Ofsted for both Behaviour & Attitudes and Personal Development.

We believe that education should adapt to the child, not the other way around. Now, we are looking for a dedicated, empathetic SEN Teaching Assistant to join our passionate team and help our pupils thrive.

Your Role: Inspiring & SupportingAs an SEN Teaching Assistant, you won't just be supervising-you will be a vital part of our pupils' daily breakthroughs, growth, and wellbeing.

What you'll be doing:

Empowering Pupils: Supporting diverse learning activities and care needs tailored to each child.

Building Trust: Creating warm, secure relationships that make pupils feel safe, valued, and understood.

Encouraging Independence: Helping students develop life skills, confidence, and positive behaviour strategies.

Collaborating: Working hand-in-hand with teachers to deliver an engaging, flexible, and accessible curriculum.

What We Are Looking ForWe want someone who genuinely loves working with children and brings infectious energy to the classroom.

The Essentials:

Experience: Prior experience working with SEN pupils (in a paid or voluntary capacity).

Education: GCSEs in Maths and English (Grade C/4 or above, or equivalent).

Values: A deep understanding of safeguarding, child protection, and a child-focused approach.

Traits: Resilience, flexibility, and a big heart!

The Desirables (Bonus points if you have these!):

A Level 2 or higher qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning.

Specific knowledge of ASD, SEN, or SEMH needs.

A full UK driving licence with access to a vehicle.

Ready to Apply?If you want a rewarding career where no two days are the same and you finish work knowing you made a difference, we want to hear from you.

To apply or find out more, please reach out to Paul Hirchfield :

Email: paul.hirchfield@randstad.co.uk

Phone: 01293 527416

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Wilmslow

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

31-05-2026

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