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Teaching Assistant

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Teaching Assistant - Specialist Provision
Location: Disley, Cheshire
Salary: £90 - £130 per day (based on 39 working weeks, dependent on experience)
Contract: Full-time, Permanent, 39 weeks per year + 6 weeks holiday
Start Date: September 2025 (or earlier for the right candidate)

Simply Education is supporting a specialist provision that works with pupils aged 11-16 with additional needs including Autism, SEMH, ADHD, dyspraxia, dyslexia, and communication or sensory difficulties. The provision offers a therapeutic, holistic curriculum with on-site clinical support and pathways including Outdoor Learning and Performing Arts.

They are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant to join the team, providing day-to-day support to learners with complex needs.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide classroom support to teachers in delivering lessons

  • Assist with one-to-one and small group interventions

  • Support students' emotional regulation and behaviour management

  • Help implement personalised learning and support plans

  • Assist with safeguarding and wellbeing duties

  • Encourage independence and engagement among pupils

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

  • Previous experience working in SEN, SEMH or specialist settings

  • A caring, patient, and flexible approach

  • Good communication and teamwork skills

  • Understanding of trauma-informed and low-arousal practices

  • Commitment to safeguarding and promoting student welfare

Why Join This Provision?

  • Meaningful work supporting vulnerable young people

  • Part of a supportive, multi-disciplinary team

  • Opportunities for professional development

  • Term-time working with a genuine work-life balance

How to Apply:

To apply, please submit your CV via this advert. For more information, contact Josh at Simply Education:

Email:
Phone: 0161 413 7929
WhatsApp: 07506 705017

Please note: All applicants must hold or be willing to obtain an enhanced DBS check, provide two professional references from the past two years, and complete a full application in line with safeguarding requirements.