Level 3 SEND Teaching Assistant – Chester Area
📍 Chester, Ellesmere Port & Surrounding Villages
💼 Full-time / Part-time / Long-term roles available
📅 Start Date: January 2026 or sooner
The Role
Are you a compassionate, skilled Level 3 SEND Teaching Assistant with experience supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities?
We’re working with a range of inclusive mainstream schools across the Chester area seeking a dedicated Level 3 SEND Teaching Assistant who can make a genuine difference to children who need a little extra care, structure and understanding.
You’ll work alongside experienced SENCOs and teachers to:
✨ Deliver tailored interventions and individualised support plans
✨ Encourage independence and confidence in learning and social situations
✨ Build trusting relationships with pupils, helping them thrive both academically and emotionally
✨ Contribute to creating calm, positive and inclusive learning environments
What You’ll Bring
🌈 Level 3 qualification (or equivalent)
🧩 Experience supporting children with additional needs (e.g. ASD, ADHD, speech and language, or SEMH)
💬 Excellent communication and teamwork skills
💛 Patience, empathy and resilience in equal measure
📚 A flexible approach and willingness to adapt to each child’s unique needs
What’s on Offer
* Supportive schools with strong inclusion cultures
* Access to specialist CPD and SEND training opportunities
* Collaborative, caring staff teams
* Flexible placements across a range of settings — from resource bases to small-group support roles
* The opportunity to make a lasting difference every single day
Why Choose Us
We partner with trusted local schools that put children’s wellbeing and potential at the heart of everything they do.
Our team will match you with schools where your skills, experience and personality will truly shine — whether you’re seeking your next permanent move or a long-term placement that fits around you.
Take the Next Step
🌐 Academics Chester – Specialists in SEND and Education and Training Recruitment
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