SEND Teaching Assistant, Cheshire West and Chester

Job Description

New Directions Education are currently recruiting SEND Teaching Assistants for mainstream primary schools across Winsford and the surrounding areas, supporting students with additional learning needs to access education and reach their full potential.

These opportunities are ideal for caring, patient and adaptable individuals who are passionate about inclusive education and can provide tailored support to students within a mainstream classroom environment.

Due to the nature of these opportunities, candidates must be able to commit to working 3 or more days per week.

The Role:

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support to students with SEND
• Supporting students to access classroom learning and activities
• Helping students develop confidence, independence and communication skills
• Supporting students with a range of additional learning needs
• Encouraging positive behaviour and emotional regulation
• Adapting activities and approaches to suit individual needs
• Supporting learning interventions and reinforcing classroom teaching
• Building positive and trusting relationships with students
• Working closely with class teachers, the SENCO and wider school staff
• Helping create a supportive and inclusive learning environment

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEND
• Experience working within a mainstream primary school is desirable
• A relevant Teaching Assistant or SEND qualification would be beneficial
• A patient, calm and nurturing approach
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• The ability to adapt support to meet individual needs
• A good understanding of inclusive education and safeguarding
• A flexible and reliable approach
• A genuine passion for supporting children’s learning and development

All applicants must have, or be willing to obtain, an Enhanced DBS check and provide appropriate professional references.

New Directions Education Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.