Level 3 Teaching Assistant (SEND) – Warrington

Location: Warrington, Cheshire
Job Type: Full-Time and Part Time opportunities
Salary: £95.00 – £110 per day
Start Date: September 2026

Level 3 Teaching Assistant Jobs in Warrington – Join a Supportive Primary School

Balfor Recruitment is currently seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Level 3 Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Warrington.

This is an exciting opportunity to support pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) while working alongside experienced teachers and the school’s SEND team. The role combines classroom support, targeted intervention work, and administrative assistance to ensure every child receives the support they need to thrive.

If you are passionate about helping children reach their full potential and enjoy working within a collaborative school environment, we’d love to hear from you.

The Role

As a Level 3 Teaching Assistant, you will play an important role in supporting teaching and learning across the school by:

• Delivering targeted interventions and small group support under the direction of teachers and the SENDCO.
• Supporting pupils with a range of additional needs, helping them engage confidently in learning.
• Preparing and adapting classroom resources to meet individual learning requirements.
• Promoting independence, confidence and positive behaviour.
• Using effective behaviour management and de-escalation techniques where appropriate.
• Building positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents.
• Assisting with SEND administration, including maintaining pupil records, updating provision information and supporting meetings.
• Supporting pupils during transitions and throughout the school day, including break and lunchtime supervision where required.
• Following safeguarding, confidentiality and health and safety procedures at all times.

The Ideal Candidate

We’re looking for someone who:

• Holds an NVQ Level 3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning (or equivalent qualification).
• Has at least 1 years’ experience working within a UK educational setting.
• Has experience supporting children with SEND
• Can confidently deliver intervention sessions and adapt learning activities.
• Is organised, reliable and confident using Microsoft Office and school management systems such as Arbor.
• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Works effectively as part of a team while using their own initiative.
• Demonstrates patience, empathy and a genuine passion for supporting children.

Essential Requirements

• NVQ Level 3 Supporting Teaching and Learning (or equivalent).
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience working in a UK school.
• Experience supporting children within the classroom.
• Strong behaviour management skills.
• Excellent organisational and administrative abilities.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).
• Recent school-based references.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a friendly and supportive primary school where you will:

• Work alongside experienced teachers and SEND professionals.
• Support children who genuinely benefit from your guidance.
• Develop your skills through ongoing professional experience.
• Be part of an inclusive school community that values every member of staff.
• Make a lasting impact on children’s learning, confidence and wellbeing.

Apply Today

If you’re an experienced Level 3 Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity in Warrington, we’d love to hear from you.

Jasmine
Balfor Recruitment

0121 260 0000
Jasmine@balfor.co.uk

Alternatively, click Apply Now to submit your CV.

If this role isn’t quite right for you, please get in touch for a confidential discussion about other Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant and SEND opportunities across Warrington and the surrounding areas.

About Balfor Recruitment

Balfor Recruitment is a trusted UK recruitment agency specialising in placing high-quality education professionals into schools, academies and specialist settings across the UK.

We recruit for a wide range of education roles, including:

• Level 2 & Level 3 Teaching Assistants
• SEN Teaching Assistants
• Learning Support Assistants
• Primary Teachers
• Secondary Teachers
• Cover Supervisors
• Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTAs)
• Nursery Practitioners
• Behaviour Mentors

Safeguarding Statement

Balfor Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants must share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references, right to work checks and all relevant pre-employment safeguarding checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE).