SEND Teaching Assistant

Prospero Teaching; Chester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational establishment in Chester is seeking a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to support children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities. The role involves creating engaging learning environments, implementing IEPs, and working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to enhance student outcomes.

Benefits

Ongoing professional development and training opportunities

Supportive and collaborative working environment

Chance to make a real impact in the lives of young people

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with autism and/or additional needs is highly desirable.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to build trusting relationships.
• A genuine passion for supporting SEND students.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils’ learning and development under the direction of the class teacher and SENCO.
• Assist with the implementation of individual education plans (IEPs).
• Promote positive behaviour and encourage social and emotional development.

Skills

Communication

Patience

Resilience

Adaptability

Education

Level 2 or 3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning

Job description

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SEND Teaching Assistant
Location: Chester
Start Date: 1st September 2025
Working Hours: Full Time – Monday to Friday, 08:30am to 15:30pm
Contract Type: Term Time Only

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)?

Prospero Teaching are seeking a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to join our specialist school in Chester, supporting children and young people aged 4 to 19 years. Our school provides a nurturing and inclusive environment for pupils with autism, often with additional learning difficulties and challenging behaviour.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support pupils’ learning and development under the direction of the class teacher and SENCO.
• Assist with the implementation of individual education plans (IEPs) and behaviour management strategies.
• Promote positive behaviour and encourage social and emotional development.
• Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to provide tailored support to each student.
• Help create a safe, stimulating, and engaging learning environment.

Ideal Candidate:

• Experience working with children or young people with autism and/or additional needs is highly desirable.
• Patient, resilient, and adaptable with excellent communication skills.
• Ability to build strong, trusting relationships with pupils and colleagues.
• Relevant qualifications (, Level 2 or 3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning) are an advantage but not essential.
• A genuine passion for supporting SEND students to achieve their full potential.

What We Offer:

• A supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
• The chance to make a real impact in the lives of young people.