SEN Teaching Assistant - SEND School
| Company: | Desian Education |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £95 to £107.50 a day |
| Hours: | Part-time |
| Location: | Chester |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Posting date: | 25 Sept 2026 |
| Closing date: | 25 Oct 2026 |
Summary
Desian Education are proud to be working in partnership with a prestigious and highly regarded SEND school in Chester, supporting pupils aged 4–19 with a range of complex and profound additional needs.
Due to continued demand, the school are looking to appoint 10 experienced SEN Teaching Assistants to join their team on a full-time, long-term basis from 2nd November 2026.
For the right candidates, there is a genuine pathway from temporary to permanent employment, making this an excellent opportunity for experienced SEN professionals looking to secure a long-term position within a specialist setting.
Your new role:
The school predominantly supports pupils with a dual diagnosis of ASD and non-verbal communication needs, alongside a range of complex learning, communication and behavioural requirements.
As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and specialist staff to provide highly personalised support, helping pupils to communicate, engage with learning and develop their independence.
Your responsibilities will include:
• Providing 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with complex SEN
• Supporting pupils with ASD and non-verbal communication needs
• Using Makaton and PECS to support communication and understanding
• Working collaboratively with Speech and Language Therapists (SALT)
• Implementing individualised communication and learning strategies
• Supporting pupils with profound behavioural needs
• Implementing positive behaviour strategies and maintaining a consistent approach
• Developing trusting and meaningful relationships with pupils
• Supporting pupils to access learning and develop independence
• Assisting with intimate and personal care requirements where necessary
• Working closely with teachers, therapists and the wider multidisciplinary team
• Maintaining a calm, structured and nurturing environment
What you’ll get in return:
• Competitive rates of pay.
• A full-time, long-term contract.
• Full holiday entitlement.
• Company pension scheme.
• Free training and professional development.
• Dedicated support from an experienced Desian Education consultant.
• Access to exclusive teaching vacancies.
• Desian Education’s Refer a Friend scheme.
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