Send Learning Support Assistant

Do you have experience engaging & teaching young people who have Special Educational Needs?

Have you supported students on a one-to-one basis outside of school?

Are you a compassionate, flexible and creative individual with a commitment to Safeguarding young people?

If you're shouting a resounding "YES!" at your phone or computer screen, then scroll down to find out how you can apply.

We are looking for experienced SEND Teaching Assistants to work with a number of our schools throughout the Cheshire area. Our schools support a range of young people who come with a range of special needs, such as ASD or ADHD, and require understanding, empathy and a non-judgemental approach. On a 1:1 basis, you'll be supporting our students with their educational, social and emotional development by utilising your creative and engaging skills.

In order to be considered for this role we require you meet the following criteria:

• Hold a relevant teaching assistant qualification (e.g. NCFE, CACHE or NVQ Level 1, 2 or 3) (desirable)


• Have eligibility to work in the UK or be a UK resident


• Have previous experience of working with children in the last 2 years


• Excellent knowledge of the full curriculum and assessment frameworks


• Experience working with pupils with Special Educational Needs


• Two references working with children


• Hold a current DBS that is registered with the update service or be willing to apply for a new one

The key benefits of working with Mad 4 Recruitment Ltd are:

• Your own dedicated Consultant


• Competitive rates of pay


• Access to online training


• Recommend a friend incentive


• Regular appraisal for long term roles

All successful applicants will be required to attend an interview to undergo relevant safeguarding checks, including a full application form and an enhanced DBS check.

To apply for this position please send an updated CV as soon as possible. We look forward to hearing from you!