Teaching Assistant Employer The Russett Learning Trust Reference SS

Cheshire Schools; England; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in England is seeking a Teaching Assistant to support learners with severe and complex learning needs. This role requires a caring individual with a positive attitude who is motivated to help make a difference in students' lives. The successful candidate will work collaboratively within a specialist environment, supporting approximately 11 pupils alongside teachers and fellow staff members. Benefits include generous holiday entitlement and participation in pension schemes.

Benefits

Local Government Pension Scheme

Generous holiday entitlement

Medicash Health & Wellbeing Plan

Discount schemes for teachers

Free eye tests

Cycle to work scheme

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Commitment to nurturing and supporting pupils with severe and complex needs.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team.
• Prior experience with educational settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support learners in a specialist environment.
• Work alongside teachers and other teaching assistants.
• Assist with the learning needs of approximately 11 pupils.

Skills

Caring in nature

Positive attitude

Knowledge of SEN

Motivation to support learners

Team player

Job description

Job Title

Teaching Assistant

Salary

G4 SCPFTE – Actual Salary: 19283 - 19898

Working Hours

32.5 hours during term time plus 5 inset days; 39 weeks per year.

Contract

Permanent

Start Date

As soon as possible

Job Overview

We are looking for a Teaching Assistant who is committed to our vision for education and supports our Russett values. We believe that our values are the foundation upon which we grow and develop.

Qualities We Look For

• Caring in nature; someone who values a nurturing approach
• Positive attitude and disposition
• Committed to learning about SEN, especially pupils with severe and complex learning needs
• Motivated to support learners and make a difference
• Excellent team player who enjoys working collaboratively

Responsibilities

Support learners with severe and complex learning needs in a specialist environment, working within mixed ability groups of approximately 11 pupils and supported by a teacher and three teaching assistants.

Qualifications & Experience

All candidates are required to provide a supporting statement on the formal application forms stating clearly their reasons for applying, skills, and experience for this position.

Benefits

• Local Government Pension Scheme (Support Staff) / Teachers Pension (Teaching Staff)
• Generous holiday entitlement: 37 days rising to 39 days after 5 years of service, including bank holidays
• Medicash Health & Wellbeing Plan
• Free discount schemes for teachers
• Free eye tests
• Cycle to work scheme
• Access to Institute of Education and professional development opportunities

Safer Recruitment & Equal Opportunities Statement

The Russett School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers share this commitment. The position is subject to robust vetting procedures, including a full Enhanced DBS check. No CVs alone will be accepted. We are an Equal Opportunities employer and promote equality, diversity, and inclusion at every stage of the recruitment process.

Application Details

Application deadline: 9.00 am, 4th December 2025.

Interview date: 9th December 2025.

We reserve the right to appoint before the closing date as we review applications on an ongoing basis and may arrange interviews as suitable candidates are identified. We encourage early applications.

Successful candidates will be subject to a fully Enhanced DBS check along with other relevant employment checks.

Contact

For further information regarding this role please contact the hiring team.