Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant | Full-Time, Part Time and Long-Term Opportunities

Locations: Chester

Position: Teaching Assistant

Salary: £90–£110 per day (depending on experience)

Contract Type: Full-Time | Part-Time | Long-Term and Short-Term Opportunities

Start Date: Immediate starts available

Teaching Assistant Opportunities

Balfor Education is currently recruiting enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistants to support pupils across a range of primary schools, secondary schools, special educational needs (SEN) schools, and alternative provision settings throughout Chester.

If you are an experienced Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant (LSA), Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA), or Behaviour Mentor looking for your next opportunity, we would love to hear from you.

This rewarding Teaching Assistant role is ideal for candidates who have experience supporting children with autism (ASC), ADHD, social, emotional and mental health needs (SEMH), speech and language difficulties, moderate learning difficulties (MLD), profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD), and complex needs.

About the Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and support staff to create a positive and engaging learning environment where pupils feel safe, supported, and encouraged to succeed.

You may work within Key Stage 1 (KS1), Key Stage 2 (KS2), Key Stage 3 (KS3), or Key Stage 4 (KS4), depending on your experience and the needs of the school.

Teaching Assistant Responsibilities

Your duties may include:

• Delivering one-to-one support and leading small intervention groups.
• Supporting pupils with additional learning needs.
• Assisting teachers in delivering engaging lessons and classroom activities.
• Encouraging pupils’ confidence, independence, and emotional well-being.
• Supporting positive behaviour management strategies.
• Monitoring and recording pupil progress.
• Assisting with personal care responsibilities where required.
• Working collaboratively with teachers, parents, and external agencies.

Essential Requirements

To be considered for this Teaching Assistant position, you should have:

• A minimum of six months of experience working within a UK school, nursery, care setting, or alternative provision environment.
• Experience supporting children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) is desirable.
• A Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (preferred but not essential).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A positive, patient, and compassionate attitude.
• An enhanced DBS certificate registered on the Update Service or a willingness to apply for one.

Why Choose Balfor Education?

• Competitive daily rates of pay.
• Flexible working opportunities to suit your lifestyle.
• Long-term, short-term, temporary, and permanent positions available.
• Access to professional development and safeguarding training.
• Dedicated support from an experienced education consultant.
• Opportunities to work in outstanding schools across Chester and the surrounding areas.

Apply Today

If you are looking for your next Teaching Assistant position in Chester. we would love to hear from you.

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Submit your CV today to be considered for one of our exciting opportunities.

Safeguarding Statement

Balfor Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references in accordance with safer recruitment procedures.