Sen Teaching Assistant

Astro Education; Macclesfield; On-site; GBP 17,527 - 19,372; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant

Access to experienced SEN teams

Opportunities to secure permanent positions

Job summary

Astro Education is seeking a compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant in Macclesfield to provide 1:1 support for children with additional needs. The role involves working with pupils with Autism, ADHD, and other learning challenges.

Successful candidates will receive competitive pay of £95 - £105 per day and opportunities for full-time, part-time, and long-term roles. This position is ideal for individuals who are patient, nurturing, and passionate about helping children succeed.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with Autism, ADHD, SEMH, speech and language needs.
• Calm, patient, and nurturing demeanor.
• Understanding of safeguarding and child development.

Responsibilities

• Providing tailored 1:1 support for pupils with additional needs.
• Assisting with personalized learning activities and interventions.
• Working closely with class teachers, SENCOs, and wider support staff.

Skills

Experience working with children with SEN

Strong communication skills

Adaptable approach

Knowledge of Autism and ADHD

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant (1:1 Support) - Macclesfield

Location: Macclesfield, Cheshire

Job Type: Full-time / Part-time / Long-term Opportunities

Start Date: Immediate & September Starts Available

Pay: £95 - £105 per day

Make a Real Difference Every Day

Astro Education is currently seeking compassionate and resilient SEN Teaching Assistants to support pupils with a range of additional needs within primary schools across Macclesfield and the surrounding areas.

These rewarding roles may involve providing 1:1 support, working with small intervention groups, or supporting pupils within specialist SEN provisions. We are particularly keen to hear from candidates with experience supporting children with Autism, ADHD, SEMH, speech and language needs, or other additional learning needs.

This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who are patient, nurturing, and passionate about helping children overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing tailored 1:1 support for pupils with additional needs
• Supporting emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies
• Assisting with personalised learning activities and interventions
• Working closely with class teachers, SENCOs, and wider support staff
• Promoting pupil confidence, independence, and engagement in learning
• Supporting social and communication development
• Encouraging positive relationships and inclusion within the school environment

Ideal Candidate

• Experience working with children with SEN, either in schools or similar settings
• Knowledge of Autism, ADHD, SEMH, speech and language needs, or other additional needs
• Calm, patient, and adaptable approach
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Understanding of safeguarding and child development
• A proactive and positive attitude towards supporting pupils

What We Offer

• Rewarding SEN opportunities within supportive local schools
• Competitive daily pay rates of £95 - £105 per day
• Full-time, part-time, and long-term opportunities available
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
• Opportunities to secure permanent positions
• Access to schools with experienced and supportive SEN teams

Apply Today

If you are passionate about supporting children with additional needs and want a role where you can make a genuine impact every day, we'd love to hear from you.

We are actively recruiting for both immediate and September vacancies across Macclesfield and the surrounding Cheshire East area.