SEN Teaching Assistant - Warrington

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Warrington; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free safeguarding training

DBS assistance

Job summary

Teaching Personnel Ltd. is seeking a SEND Teaching Assistant in Warrington to support pupils with autism, ADHD, and high needs. The role combines classroom assistance with personal care responsibilities, working closely with teachers and SENCOs to meet each pupil's needs.

The position starts in October 2026 and is long-term, with potential permanent opportunities. Experience with challenging behaviours and a patient, resilient approach are valued, along with appropriate safeguarding training.

Qualifications

• Relevant teaching assistant qualifications or equivalent.
• Experience with autism/ADHD preferred.
• Willingness to undertake DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Assist with learning activities and classroom tasks.
• Implement behaviour and communication strategies with pupils.
• Support pupils to develop independent skills throughout the day.
• Provide personal care when required and under supervision.
• Collaborate with teachers, SENCOs and support staff to meet pupil needs.

Skills

Behaviour support

Communication strategies

Pupil independence

Tools

DBS check

Job description

SEND Teaching Assistant – Warrington

A supportive and well-resourced primary setting in Warrington is seeking a Teaching Assistant to work with pupils with autism, ADHD, and additional complex needs. This role will involve a combination of classroom support and personal care responsibilities, supporting pupils throughout the school day.

You will assist with learning activities, implement behaviour and communication strategies, and help pupils develop independence skills. The role will require close collaboration with teachers, SENCOs, and other support staff to ensure each pupil’s needs are met effectively.

This position will start in October 2026 and is expected to continue on a long-term basis. Personal care will be a key part of this role, and candidates must be comfortable supporting pupils in this area.

The ideal candidate will be resilient, patient, and experienced in working with children with high levels of need.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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