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Posted 01 August, 2026

SEN Teaching Assistant

Positive Futures Recruitment Ltd
Warrington, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant\n
Location: Wilmslow, Cheshire\n
Salary: £12.87 to £14.03 p/hr(£22,996 to £25,068 actual salary)\n
Hours: 40 hours per week Term Time Only - Monday to Friday\n
\n We are seeking a passionate SEN Teaching Assistantto join an Outstandingindependent specialist school based in Wilmslow, for young people aged 5 to 19, who face difficulties as a result of complex communication needs typically associated with Autism Spectrum Conditions.\n
The role:\n
\n As a Teaching Assistant you will support the children with their learning and general wellbeing to ensure every child has the best opportunity to reach their full potential in a caring and safe environment. Where necessary this may include supporting with care needs from time to time as well as positive behaviour management adopting a tailored approach to the individual child.\n
Experience and Skills required:\n
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  • Experience working with SEN / Learning Disabilities in an employed or voluntary setting
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  • Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle is desirable
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  • Working towards Level 2 award in Support work in schools or an equivalent is desirable
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  • GCSE Maths and English Level 2/C or above qualification is essential.
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  • Understanding of the Safeguarding principles and Child Protection procedures.
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  • Knowledge or experience of pupils with SEN or SEMH/ASD
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  • Be positive and creative in meeting pupils needs
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Benefits:\n
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  • Full training and continued support
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  • Life assurance and pension
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  • Health cash back plan
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  • Car lease scheme
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  • Bike to work scheme
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  • Perk box
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