Job Description

SEND Teaching Assistant (Personal Care) - Long-Term - Primary School - S43

Location:

Chesterfield - S43 Area

Start Date:

Immediate

Duration:

Long-Term (with potential extension into September 2025)

Job Type:

Full-Time

Salary:

Competitive, dependent on experience

Teachers UK are seeking a

committed and caring SEND Teaching Assistant

to support a mainstream primary school in the S43 area of Chesterfield. This

long-term position

is perfect for someone confident in providing personal care and willing to support pupils in both classroom and wider school activities--including swimming lessons.

About the Role:

Providing dedicated 1:1 and 2:1 support for two wheelchair-bound pupils with physical disabilities. Delivering

high levels of personal care

, including toileting, hygiene assistance, dressing, and mobility support throughout the school day. Assisting the pupils in the classroom and supporting them during activities such as

swimming sessions

--you must be willing and confident to accompany the class to the pool and provide support in the water if required. Working as part of a wider team including the class teacher, SENCO, and other staff to deliver personalised education and care plans. Promoting independence, confidence, and dignity while ensuring safety at all times.

Candidate Requirements:

Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEND and/or complex care needs is

highly desirable

. Confident and comfortable delivering intimate personal care in a professional and respectful manner. Willingness to support pupils during

swimming lessons

, including providing assistance in the pool. Knowledge or experience with wheelchair use, hoisting, or manual handling (training can be provided). Calm, patient, and empathetic nature with a flexible, positive attitude. An Enhanced Child Workforce DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply through Teachers UK). Ability to provide proof of ID, address, and right to work in the UK.

What We Offer:

A long-term placement with the potential to continue into September 2025. Competitive daily pay, paid weekly. Full support from an experienced education consultant. Access to relevant training (personal care, safeguarding, manual handling). Opportunities for permanent employment in local schools.

Start Date:

ASAP

Contract:

Ongoing - potential to extend into the new academic year (September 2025)

If you are a compassionate and reliable Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding role supporting pupils with additional physical and care needs--including swimming support--

we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to secure this unique opportunity.

Teachers UK is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All candidates will undergo Enhanced DBS and compliance checks.

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary, Fixed term contract, Temp to perm, Zero hours contract

Pay: 87.00-105.00 per day

Schedule:

Day shift Flexitime Monday to Friday No weekends
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Chesterfield - SEND TA