SEN Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant 📍 Location: Wilmslow, Cheshire East 💰 Salary: £22,996 to £25,068 (Actual annual salary, dependent on experience and qualifications) 💸 Hourly Rate: £12.87 to £14.03 p/hr 🕒 Hours: Full-Time – 40 hours per week – Term Time Only Join Aurora Summerfields – Where Every Child Matters Aurora Summerfields School opened in April 2023 and is already making a meaningful impact. With capacity of 50 students, we are an independent specialist school supporting children and young people aged 5–19 with Autism spectrum conditions and associated challenges in accessing education. We’re proud to have received Outstanding ratings in Behaviour & Attitudes and Personal Development in our latest Ofsted inspection. We are now looking for a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join our team. Your Role As a Teaching Assistant, you’ll be a key part of our pupils’ journey - supporting their learning, wellbeing, and personal development in a safe and nurturing environment. Your responsibilities will include: Supporting pupils with learning activities and care needs Promoting independence and positive behaviour Building warm, trusting relationships that help pupils feel safe and valued Assisting teachers in delivering a broad, balanced, and engaging curriculum Adapting to the varied needs of pupils and being flexible in your approach What We’re Looking For We’re seeking someone who is: Compassionate, enthusiastic, and child-focused Flexible and ready to support wherever needed Committed to safeguarding and promoting pupil welfare Essential: GCSEs in Maths and English (Grade C/Level 3 or above) Experience working with SEN (paid or voluntary) Understanding of safeguarding and child protection Desirable: Level 2+ qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle Knowledge of SEN, SEMH, or ASD Why Work With Us? At Aurora Summerfields, you’ll be part of a passionate, supportive team that puts children first.