SEND Teaching Assistant

Premier Education Ltd; Runcorn; On-site; GBP 16,974 - 20,295; Full time

Job summary

Premier Education Ltd in Runcorn is seeking an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school from September 2026 for a long-term placement. The role focuses on providing tailored 1:1 support for two pupils with ASC, including a Year 6 pupil with PDA traits, via structured sessions guided by Educational Psychologist recommendations to maximise engagement and wellbeing.

This is an excellent opportunity for a compassionate TA who is dedicated to helping children with

Qualifications

• Significant experience supporting children with autism in a primary school.
• Strong understanding of autism-friendly approaches and best practice.
• Experience with PDA traits or demand-avoidant behaviours.
• Confidence managing behaviours positively with a calm, consistent approach.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Patience, resilience and flexibility in a dynamic school environment.
• Prior 1:1 Teaching Assistant experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide personalised 1:1 support for two pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition.
• Deliver autism-friendly strategies to promote engagement, learning and emotional regulation.
• Support pupils with communication, social interaction and independence.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils, families and colleagues.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, the SENCO and external professionals.
• Adapt support throughout the day to meet changing pupil needs.
• Provide support for other pupils across the school when required.

Skills

Autism support

1:1 support

Communication skills

Behaviour management

Patience and resilience

Job description

SEND Teaching Assistant - Long-Term Role | September Start

Location: Runcorn
Start Date: 3rd September 2026
Duration: Full-time, Long-Term Supply (Term Time Only)
Salary: £92.56 - £110.00 per day (dependent on experience)

About the Role

We are working with a welcoming primary school in Runcorn that is seeking an experienced Teaching Assistant to join their dedicated SEND team from September.

This rewarding role involves providing tailored 1:1 support for two pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), with the majority of your time spent supporting a Year 6 pupil with autism and significant Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) traits. Support will be delivered through shorter, structured sessions across the school day, following recommendations from the Educational Psychologist to maximise engagement and wellbeing.

This is an excellent opportunity for a compassionate, experienced Teaching Assistant who is passionate about helping children with additional needs thrive.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide personalised 1:1 support for two pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition.
• Deliver autism-friendly strategies to promote engagement, learning and emotional regulation.
• Support pupils with communication, social interaction and independence.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils, families and colleagues.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, the SENCO and external professionals.
• Adapt support throughout the day to meet changing pupil needs.
• Provide support for other pupils across the school when required.

About You

We are looking for someone who has:

• Significant experience supporting children with autism within a primary school.
• A strong understanding of autism-friendly approaches and best practice.
• Experience supporting pupils with PDA traits or demand-avoidant behaviours.
• Confidence managing behaviours positively using a calm and consistent approach.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Patience, resilience and flexibility in a dynamic school environment.
• Previous experience in a 1:1 Teaching Assistant role.

What We Offer

• A rewarding long‑term opportunity within a supportive primary school.
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.
• Competitive daily pay.
• Opportunity to make a genuine difference to pupils with additional needs.
• Potential for the role to continue while the school recruits permanently.

The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and reference checks in line with safer recruitment practices.