Salary: £22,996 - £25,068 actual annual salary (dependent on experience and qualifications)
Hourly Rate: £12.87 - £14.03 per hour
Hours: Full Time | 40 hours per week | Term Time Only
Contract: Permanent
Location: Wilmslow, Cheshire East
We are looking for a caring and committed SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist education setting supporting children and young people aged 5-19 with Autism Spectrum Conditions and associated learning needs.
This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference by helping pupils thrive academically, socially, and emotionally within a nurturing and supportive environment.
As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting pupils throughout their educational journey. Working closely with teachers and the wider school team, you'll help create a positive learning environment where every pupil feels safe, supported, and valued.
- Support pupils with learning activities and personal care where required
- Encourage independence, confidence, and positive behaviour
- Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils
- Assist teachers in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons
- Adapt your approach to meet individual pupil needs
- Help maintain a safe, nurturing, and supportive classroom environment
We're looking for someone who is:
- Compassionate, patient, and enthusiastic
- Passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs
- Flexible, proactive, and able to work as part of a team
- Committed to safeguarding and promoting pupil welfare
- GCSE Maths and English at Grade C/Level 3 or above
- Experience working with children or young people with SEN (paid or voluntary)
- Understanding of safeguarding and child protection
- Level 2 (or above) qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning
- Knowledge or experience of SEN, SEMH, or ASD
- Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
- A supportive and welcoming team environment
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
- A rewarding role where you can make a real difference every day
- Opportunity to work within a specialist educational setting focused on pupil wellbeing and achievement
All applicants will require the appropr