Chester based SEND Teaching Assistant

TeacherActive Limited.; Chester; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD Courses and certificates

My-Progression channel

Referral scheme – £100

Job summary

TeacherActive is working with a Chester-based specialist school to recruit a full-time ASC Teaching Assistant from September for a long-term role. You will support pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition and challenging behaviours, helping them access learning through tailored interventions in a structured and nurturing environment.

The role offers market-leading pay rates (£120–£220 per day) paid PAYE, with CPD opportunities and a referral scheme.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC).
• Strong behaviour management and communication skills.
• Experience in a specialist education or SEND setting.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with ASC to access learning in a structured environment.
• Deliver tailored interventions to meet individual needs.
• Promote positive behaviour strategies and consistency across staff.
• Collaborate with teaching staff to monitor progress and adapt plans.

Skills

ASC experience

Behaviour management

Education setting

Communication skills

Job description

North West/ temporary / £120 - 220 per day

Are you an experienced ASC Teaching Assistant with a passion for supporting children with additional needs?

Do you have advanced knowledge of working with pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and challenging behaviour?

Are you looking for a rewarding full-time role where every day brings the opportunity to make a positive impact?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a specialist school in Chester that provides a supportive and nurturing environment for children and young people with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC). The school adopts a highly personalised and therapeutic approach to learning, creating a structured environment where pupils are encouraged to develop academically, socially and emotionally while building confidence and independence.

The school is looking to appoint a full-time ASC Teaching Assistant from September on a long-term basis. The successful ASC Teaching Assistant will work alongside experienced teaching staff to support pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and complex behavioural needs, delivering tailored interventions, promoting positive behaviour strategies and helping pupils to access learning in a safe, engaging and supportive classroom environment.

The successful ASC Teaching Assistant will have:

• Experience supporting children and young people with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
• Advanced knowledge of working with pupils with ASC and challenging behaviour
• Experience within a specialist education or SEND setting
• Strong behaviour management and communication skills
• The ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff and families
• A patient, resilient and proactive approach to supporting learning

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme – Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend Terms and Conditions apply

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.