SEN Teaching Assistant
Crewe Area | Full-Time | Long-Term Role
Pay: £90 – £105 per day (DOE)
Hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm | September Start
Supportive Village Primary School
Astro Education is working with a welcoming village primary school near Crewe to recruit a 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant to support a pupil in Year 6.
The school offers a supportive, community-focused environment, making it an excellent setting for both staff and pupils.
The Role
You will be supporting a Year 6 pupil with autism on a 1:1 basis.
* Providing structured, consistent support throughout the school day
* Supporting communication and engagement in learning
* Working closely with teaching staff and SENCO
* Helping the pupil access the curriculum and prepare for transition
The pupil is non-violent, but communication can be a challenge, so patience and adaptability are key.
Why Work with Astro Education?
* Competitive daily rates up to £180 (higher rates available for long-term roles)
* Flexible work to suit your availability
* Opportunities for immediate starts and September placements
* 12-week temp-to-perm model – schools can offer permanent roles with no transfer fee
* Access to a wide network of local schools
* Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
* Quick and straightforward registration process
Requirements
* Experience supporting SEN, particularly autism
* Calm, patient and resilient approach
* Strong communication and relationship-building skills
* Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one)
Apply Now
We are shortlisting for this role now ahead of September, so early applications are encouraged