At a Glance
- Tasks: Support pupils with additional needs and enhance their learning experience.
- Company: Wistaston Academy, a caring and supportive educational environment.
- Benefits: Permanent position, term time only, and a chance to make a real difference.
- Other info: Opportunity for personal growth in a rewarding role focused on pupil wellbeing.
- Why this job: Join a passionate team and help shape the future of children with special educational needs.
- Qualifications: Experience in supporting children with additional needs and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 30285 - 37015 £ per year.
Teaching Assistant Support – 32.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year (Term Time Only), Grade 4 Teaching Assistant SEND (Permanent) x 2, Start Date: ASAP.
Wistaston Academy is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our SEND team, providing vital support to pupils attending our unit. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute meaningfully to an outstanding specialist provision.
What we’re looking for:
- Experience and training in supporting children with additional needs
- A collaborative team player who brings energy, enthusiasm, and a positive attitude
- Strong communication skills with a genuine commitment to enriching pupils’ learning and wellbeing
- The ability to build engaging and supportive relationships with children and parents/carers.
At Wistaston Academy, safeguarding and confidentiality are paramount. All successful candidates will undergo enhanced DBS checks and reference verification to ensure the safety and welfare of our pupils. We offer a supportive atmosphere where every team member contributes to making a difference in children’s lives.
If you are passionate about education and eager to develop your skills in a rewarding role, we would love to hear from you. All applicants will undergo enhanced DBS checks and take up references and if possible, telephone the people named on your application form. All members of staff will be expected to uphold the highest standards of pupil safeguarding and confidentiality.
Wistaston Academy has a duty of care to the children in our charge and we must do everything we can to provide a safe and caring environment whilst they are at school.
'All those who come into contact with children and families in their everyday work, including practitioners who do not have a specific role in relation to child protection, have a duty to safeguard and promote the welfare of children.’ DfE
Closing date: 9:00am Tuesday 1st September 2026.
Teaching Assistant - SEND in Crewe employer: Wistaston Academy
Wistaston Academy is an exceptional employer, dedicated to fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment for its staff. With a strong focus on professional development and a commitment to safeguarding, employees are empowered to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children with additional needs. Located in a vibrant community, Wistaston Academy offers a unique opportunity to grow within a passionate team that values enthusiasm and positive relationships.
