Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant - Special Educational Needs (Runcorn)
Location: Runcorn
Working Hours: 8:30am - 3:30pm, Weekdays (Flexible, as required)
Contract Type: Part-time, as needed basis

Simply Education is currently seeking a reliable, patient and professional Teaching Assistant to support our Special Educational Needs (SEN) provision within a primary school setting in Runcorn. This role is ideally suited to candidates seeking part-time work on a flexible basis, such as one or two days per week, in line with school requirements.

Role Summary

As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with pupils with severe and complex learning difficulties and Autistic Spectrum Disorders (ASD) , supporting their educational, emotional, and physical development. The role involves working under the direction of teaching staff to ensure pupils can access the curriculum and school activities in a safe and inclusive environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide general classroom support to pupils with additional needs
• Deliver 1:1 and small group interventions as directed by the teacher
• Support with communication, behaviour management, and sensory regulation
• Contribute to creating a supportive and structured learning environment

Candidate Requirements

• A genuine interest in supporting children with special educational needs
• Ability to work collaboratively with teaching and support staff
• A full 10-year employment history
• Two professional references covering the last two years
• An Enhanced DBS check registered on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)

To Apply / For More Information

If you are interested in this position or would like an informal discussion, please contact Emma, SEND Consultant at the Simply Education - Cheshire Branch

Simply Education is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children. All successful applicants will be subject to relevant safeguarding checks.