Teaching Assistant - Northwich

Contract: Long-term
Hours: Full-time (part-time considered)

About the Role

Simply Education is recruiting on behalf of a specialist SEND school in Northwich, seeking a patient, resilient, and compassionate Teaching Assistant to join their team on a long-term basis.

This is an excellent opportunity for individuals from a variety of professional backgrounds who are looking to transition into education. Candidates with experience in residential childcare, social care, or sports coaching are particularly encouraged to apply.

The school offers a specialist, therapeutic environment for pupils with complex needs, including moderate learning difficulties and autism (ASD). This role provides the chance to make a genuine difference every day-supporting students not only academically, but also in their social and emotional development.

As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in helping pupils achieve meaningful progress and positive outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

As a Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils
• Support behaviour management using positive reinforcement and de-escalation strategies
• Provide emotional and sensory support to develop pupils' confidence and resilience
• Promote inclusion through adapted learning activities
• Work collaboratively with teachers and therapeutic staff

The Ideal Candidate

The school is looking for individuals who are either starting or continuing their career as a Teaching Assistant.

You will be:

• Experienced in schools, residential childcare, social care, or sports coaching
• Patient, adaptable, and resilient, with an understanding of small-step progress
• Qualified in education or SEND (desirable but not essential)
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting pupil welfare

How to Apply

If you are interested in this Teaching Assistant role, please click 'Apply Now' to submit your CV or contact Helen Davies at the Cheshire office on01270 382101.

If this role isn't quite right for you but you're exploring opportunities in education, please get in touch with the Simply Education Cheshire office for a confidential career discussion.