SEN Teaching Assistant

Overview

Complex Care Needs Teaching Assistant – SEN School – Northwich

Contract: Full-time, long-term role with strong temp-to-perm potential

Hirecracker Education are working with a Special Educational Needs School in Northwich supporting children with Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD), autism, and complex care needs . We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to join the team, providing personalised support to pupils to help them access learning, develop independence, and thrive in a safe and structured environment.

Why register with Hirecracker Education?

• Chester’s ONLY education supply agency headquartered in the heart of the city
• 24/7 access to our experienced, 5* Education Recruitment Consultants
• Competitive rates of pay, paid weekly
• Strong and exclusive partnerships with schools across Cheshire with wide range of local schools and exclusive partnerships
• A fast, friendly, and supportive registration process

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils with SLD, PMLD, autism, and complex care needs in the classroom, tailoring approaches to individual sensory, communication, and learning requirements
• Delivering 1:1 or small group interventions focused on personalised learning, social skills, communication, and emotional regulation
• Assisting teachers in planning and implementing structured, accessible, and inclusive lessons
• Supporting pupils’ social, emotional, behavioural, and health needs using positive reinforcement and consistent strategies
• Encouraging independence, confidence, and positive peer interactions through tailored support
• Helping maintain a calm, safe, and structured classroom environment that promotes focus, engagement, and inclusion

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SLD, PMLD, autism, or complex care needs in school, care, mental health, social care, therapeutic, community settings or other relevant fields
• Knowledge of autism-specific strategies, communication approaches, and sensory needs
• Understanding of personalised learning approaches and complex care requirements
• Ability to build positive, supportive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents
• Patience, empathy, and resilience when supporting children with complex needs
• Strong communication and organisational skills, with the ability to adapt approaches to individual pupils
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

How to Apply

If you’re passionate about this position, please either apply online, emailing me directly or calling Laura on .

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