SEN Teaching Assistant

Hazel Tree Education Ltd; Warrington; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist education recruitment agency is seeking a passionate Teaching Assistant to work in a primary school in Warrington. The role involves supporting students with special educational needs in a KS1 classroom full-time. Candidates must have a qualification in Teaching and Learning or relevant experience, a positive attitude, and an Enhanced DBS. The position offers competitive pay, training opportunities, and a supportive environment, with the potential for long-term employment.

Benefits

Competitive rates of pay

Generous refer a friend bonus scheme

Pension contributions

In-house training

Qualifications

• Enhanced DBS on the Update service or willingness to obtain one.
• At least two references including most recent/current employer.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Good standard of literacy and numeracy.

Responsibilities

• Support Students with SEND in a KS1 classroom.
• Assist learners full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm.

Skills

Experience working with children

Interest in supporting children with additional needs

Resilient and proactive attitude

Excellent written and verbal communication

Education

Recognised qualification in Teaching and Learning or Childcare

Job description

Are you passionate about education and want to make a difference to the lives of children and young people?

Hazel Tree Education are seeking a passionate and supportive Teaching Assistant for a primary school in Warrington. The role will primarily be supporting Students with SEND in a KS1 classroom.

The school requires an enthusiastic and capable Teaching Assistant as soon as possible to support learners full-time, Monday to Friday, 8.30am – 3.30pm.

This is a temporary position although could span long-term for the right candidate.

What we’re looking for:

• A recognised qualification in Teaching and Learning or Childcare or experience working with children in a formal setting e.g school, residential, sports coaching.
• An interest in supporting children with additional needs.
• A resilient, pro‑active nature with a positive, can‑do attitude.

Successful candidates must have:

• An Enhanced DBS on the Update service or be willing to obtain one
• At least two references including most recent / current employer.
• Right to work in the UK.
• A good standard of literacy and numeracy with excellent written and verbal communication.

What Hazel Tree Education can offer you:

• Competitive rates of pay – all pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay.
• Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
• Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
• Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations) – we make sure you get the pay and working conditions you’re entitled to.
• No umbrella companies: PAYE Only
• In house training – Developed and delivered by a qualified Teacher, meaning that the support you get is focused and relevant.

To find out more about Hazel Tree Education and why we’re the first‑choice agency for education staff and schools, visit our website or find us on Facebook and LinkedIn.

Hazel Tree Education is an education specific recruitment organisation, specialising in short-term, temporary, and flexible supply work in mainstream schools and alternative provisions around the North West. We, and the settings we work with, are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people. Please be advised that successful applicants will be subject to online searches as part of our due diligence checks and our ongoing commitment to safeguarding.

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