Teaching Assistant

Location: Altrincham
Job Type: Full-Time
Start Date: September 2026

Special Needs Teaching Assistant - Full-Time | September Start | Altrincham

Tradewind Recruitment is delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a welcoming and supportive SEN primary school in Altrincham, seeking a dedicated and compassionate Special Needs Teaching Assistant to join their team on a full-time basis from September.

This is a rewarding opportunity to work with pupils with a range of special educational needs, helping them to access learning, develop confidence, and achieve their full potential in a nurturing and inclusive environment.

As a Special Needs Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils with additional needs.

• Work closely with teachers and the wider SEN team to deliver personalised learning programmes.

• Support pupils with their social, emotional, and communication development.

• Encourage independence while promoting a safe, positive, and engaging learning environment.

• Build strong, supportive relationships with pupils, staff, and families.

The successful applicant will:

• Have experience working with children with special educational needs, either in a school or similar setting.

• Be patient, caring, and committed to helping every child succeed.

• Have excellent communication and teamwork skills.

• Be proactive, flexible, and able to adapt to the individual needs of pupils.

• Hold a Teaching Assistant qualification or relevant experience (desirable but not essential).

• A welcoming and supportive staff team.

• Excellent facilities and resources.

• Opportunities for ongoing professional development.

• A rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference to children's lives every day.

Tradewind Recruitment is one of the UK's leading education recruitment agencies, committed to matching talented education professionals with schools where they can thrive. We offer competitive rates of pay, access to professional development, and dedicated support from an experienced education consultant throughout your placement.

If you're passionate about supporting children with special educational needs and are looking for a rewarding full-time opportunity from September, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today through Tradewind Recruitment to be considered for this fantastic opportunity in Altrincham.