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https://www.wistastonacademytrust.co.uk/page/current-vacancies/14808

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

Wistaston Academy application forms must be used for the application and these are to be returned by post to Wistaston Academy, Moreton Road, Crewe, Cheshire CW2 8QS or to the e-mail - recruitment@wistastonacademytrust.co.uk.

School telephone number is 01270 910 500

For further information about our school, please go to the school website.

Closing date: 9:00am Tuesday 1st September 2026