Urgent SEN Teaching Assistant - Chester

Tradewind RecruitmentChesterreedpublished 09/22/2026
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Start Date: Monday 28th September or ASAP Location: Chester Job Type: Full-time, temporary Multiple positions available

Tradewind Recruitment are currently looking for multiple enthusiastic and experienced Teaching Assistants to join a specialist school in the Chester area , with an urgent start on Monday 28th September .

We have a number of opportunities available, including both 1:1 and class-based Teaching Assistant positions .

The Role

You will be supporting children and young people with a range of special educational needs and additional needs , helping them to access learning and develop their confidence, independence and social skills.

Depending on the position, you may be:

  • Providing 1:1 support to an individual pupil
  • Working as part of a classroom support team
  • Supporting pupils with additional and complex needs
  • Helping pupils engage with lessons and activities
  • Supporting emotional, behavioural and social development
  • Working closely with teachers and other support staff
  • Helping create a safe, positive and inclusive learning environment

What We're Looking For

We're keen to hear from candidates with experience in:

  • SEN/SEND settings
  • Schools or education
  • 1:1 pupil support
  • Autism or additional needs
  • Behavioural or pastoral support
  • Care or support work
  • Youth work or residential settings

Relevant transferable experience will also be considered - you don't necessarily need to have worked as a Teaching Assistant previously.

Why Apply?

  • Urgent start - Monday 28th September
  • Multiple vacancies available
  • 1:1 and class-based roles
  • Specialist school environment
  • Opportunity to gain further SEN experience
  • Support from a dedicated Tradewind consultant
  • Access to ongoing education and training opportunities

If you're an experienced Teaching Assistant, support worker or someone with relevant experience who is looking for an immediate opportunity in Chester , we'd love to hear from you.