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Teaching Assistant

Job in Chester, Cheshire, CH1 2ET, England, UK
Listing for: Simply Education Ltd
Contract position
Listed on 2026-01-13
Job specializations:
  • Education / Teaching
    Elementary School, Special Needs / Learning Disabilities, Teacher Assistant/ Paraprofessional
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 83.33 - 95 GBP Hourly GBP 83.33 95.00 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Teaching Assistant (Contract)
Teaching Assistant - Chester

Location:

Chester, Cheshire
Salary: £83.33-£95

About the Role:

As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers to deliver engaging, differentiated lessons, offering one-to-one support to students and assisting with classroom management. You will be an essential part of the school's educational team, aiding in the academic, social, and emotional development of students across various key stages.

Key Responsibilities:

Supporting Classroom Instruction:
Assist teachers in delivering engaging, inclusive lessons, tailored to meet the diverse learning needs of students.
Individual & Group Support:
Provide additional support to students who require extra help, ensuring they reach their learning objectives and succeed.
Differentiated Learning:
Adapt lesson materials and resources to cater to individual learning needs, ensuring that all students can fully access the curriculum.
Behavioural Support:
Help maintain a positive, inclusive classroom environment, assisting students with emotional or behavioural challenges.
Monitoring Progress:
Help track and assess the progress of students to ensure their learning goals are achieved.
Safeguarding & Wellbeing:
Contribute to the school's commitment to safeguarding, ensuring a safe and supportive environment for all students.

Key Skills & Qualities:

Passion for

Education:

A genuine interest in supporting student's academic and personal growth.
Effective Communication:
Strong communication skills to build positive relationships with students, staff, and parents.
Adaptability:
The ability to quickly adjust to different challenges and adapt to new classroom dynamics.
Team Player: A collaborative approach to working with colleagues to enhance the learning experience.
Empathy & Patience: A caring, patient attitude with the ability to support students with various learning needs, including special educational needs (SEN).
Organised & Proactive:
Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and support the classroom environment effectively.

Essential

Qualifications:

A passion for education and supporting student's personal and academic development.
A clear DBS check (or willingness to undergo one).Desirable:

Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent).
Experience supporting students with special educational needs (SEN).If you're ready to make a positive impact on the education of young learners and join a supportive team, we'd love to hear from you!

If you are interested in this, Teaching Assistant position, please click 'apply now' and forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. Alternatively, for an informal chat about the Supply Teacher role please contact Jodie Bennion, Secondary Recruitment Consultant at our Cheshire office in Nantwich.

Your consultant will be in touch with you to arrange the next steps in the recruitment process. All successful applicants will be required to attend an interview (online or face-to-face) and to undergo relevant safeguarding checks, including a full application form. All candidates who register with Simply Education will also have 2 years referencing taken up and will be required to have an enhanced DBS check completed.

All offers are conditional pending the completion of all relevant checks
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