Teaching Assistant

Behaviour Mentor / SEN Teaching Assistant - Chester

Full-Time | Term Time Only

Competitive Pay - Dependant on Experience

Not every young person fits into mainstream education and that's where you come in.

Some pupils need extra patience. Some need structure. Others simply need one person who doesn't give up on them.

A specialist SEN school in Chester is looking for a Behaviour Mentor / SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with Autism, ADHD, SEMH and behavioural needs. This isn't just a classroom support role it's about building trust, creating consistency and helping young people feel safe enough to learn.

The school has a genuinely supportive team, ongoing SEN training and staff who work together to make a difference every day. There are also weekly extracurricular trips and activities, giving pupils opportunities to build confidence outside the classroom too.

You do not need school experience to be considered.

Some of the strongest candidates for this role have backgrounds in:

* Support Work
* Residential Care
* Youth Work
* Sports Coaching
* Mental Health Support
* SEN Support
* Care Work
* Teaching Assistant roles

What You'll Be Doing:

* Supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN), SEMH, Autism and ADHD
* Working as a Behaviour Mentor, SEN Teaching Assistant and Learning Support Assistant
* Providing 1:1 support and small group interventions
* Helping pupils manage emotions and challenging behaviour
* Encouraging engagement, independence and positive routines
* Building strong relationships with students who need consistency and support
* Working closely with teachers, SENCOs and pastoral teams
* Supporting learning both inside and outside the classroom

What The School Is Looking For:

* Experience supporting children or adults with behavioural needs or additional needs
* A calm, patient and resilient personality
* Someone who can take initiative and think on their feet
* Strong communication and relationship-building skills
* Behaviour Mentor, Teaching Assistant, Support Worker or Care Worker experience is desirable
* Someone who genuinely wants to make a difference to young people

What's On Offer:

* Competitive pay rates dependant on experience
* Free lunches provided daily
* Fully supportive school staff and leadership team
* Ongoing SEN training and development opportunities
* Weekly extracurricular trips and activities
* Long-term opportunity with potential for permanent work
* Excellent experience for aspiring teachers, psychology graduates and support workers

This role is ideal for candidates searching for:

Behaviour Mentor jobs Chester, SEN Teaching Assistant jobs Chester, SEMH Teaching Assistant roles, Learning Support Assistant jobs, Autism Support Worker jobs, Behaviour Support jobs or SEN Support Worker roles.

Apply today by emailing your CV directly to Helen Davies at or click below to apply.