Unqualified SEND Teaching Assistant - Chester

Location: Chester
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Type: Temporary - Full Time
Pay: £109.85 per day

Spencer Clarke Group are working with a welcoming primary school in Chester who are seeking an Unqualified SEND Teaching Assistant to join their team on a full-time basis.

This rewarding role involves supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), including children with Autism (ASC), ADHD, speech and language difficulties, communication needs and social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs. The successful candidate will play a vital role in helping pupils access learning, develop confidence and reach their full potential in a structured and supportive environment.
The school is looking for someone who can provide consistency, reliability and punctuality, as many of the children benefit from familiar routines and trusted relationships. Previous experience supporting children or young people with additional needs is essential.

Suitable backgrounds may include care settings, children's residential services, youth work, healthcare, support work or specialist education, where emotional support, safeguarding and behaviour management are key responsibilities.

The Role:

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEND.
• Support children with Autism, ADHD and a range of additional learning needs.
• Assist pupils with emotional regulation, behaviour and classroom engagement.
• Work alongside the class teacher to adapt activities and provide personalised support.
• Support pupils with speech, language and communication needs.
• Encourage independence, confidence and positive social interaction.
• Maintain a calm, inclusive and nurturing learning environment.
• Build strong, consistent relationships that enable pupils to thrive.

Essential Experience:

Applicants should have experience supporting children or young people with:

• SEND or additional learning needs.
• Autism (ASC), ADHD or communication needs.
• Behavioural or emotional regulation needs.
• Physical or medical needs (desirable).
• Care, residential, youth work or similar support backgrounds.

Applications without relevant SEND or support experience may not be shortlisted.

What We're Looking For:

• A patient, caring and resilient approach.
• Strong emotional empathy and excellent communication skills.
• Confidence supporting behaviour and emotional regulation.
• A proactive and adaptable attitude.
• Excellent reliability, punctuality and commitment.
• A genuine passion for helping children overcome barriers to learning.

Why Work With Spencer Clarke Group?

• Competitive daily pay of £109.85 per day.
• Full-time opportunity within a supportive primary school.
• Long-term placements with potential for permanent opportunities.
• Ongoing support from experienced education consultants.
• Access to a wide range of schools and future career opportunities.

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Application Requirements

All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks and Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our safeguarding policy.
Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and explain any gaps. Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK and be willing to attend a registration interview.
All pay rates quoted include 14.3% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position; in some cases, permanent opportunities may arise at a later date.
Spencer Clarke Group works with a variety of schools across a wide geographical area, covering Primary, Secondary, Special Educational Needs, college-level teaching and support staff roles.

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