Special Needs Teaching Assistant / Support Worker Location: Cheadle, Stockport | Agency: Tempest Education Pay: £89-£95 per day Tempest is proud to be working on behalf of a specialist SEND school in Cheadle, Stockport, seeking a committed, compassionate, and proactive Special Needs Teaching Assistant / Support Worker to join their dedicated team. This is a rewarding role supporting young people with a wide range of additional needs in both educational and residential settings. About the Role You will be supporting children and young people with complex needs, many of whom also live within the school's residential provision. Students may present challenging and sometimes physical behaviours as a result of their needs, so resilience, patience, and a calm, confident approach are essential. You will work alongside teachers, support staff, and therapy teams to create a safe, engaging, and supportive environment-while also being comfortable working independently when needed. Requirements To be considered for this role, you must have: Experience working with young people or adults with additional needs A Child and Adult DBS on the Update Service Excellent verbal communication skills The ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently A proactive, caring, and adaptable approach Preferred but not essential: Experience with personal care What We're Looking For We are seeking someone who is: Compassionate and understanding Able to stay calm under pressure Positive, proactive, and reliable Comfortable supporting behaviour and emotional needs Happy working 1:1 as well as within small groups Why Tempest? Joining Tempest means joining an agency that values its staff, listens, and places people in roles where they can genuinely make a difference. If you're passionate about supporting young people with complex needs and want a role where every day brings new opportunities to help students thrive-we want to hear from you. Apply Today To register your interest or find out more, please contact James Barker at: Or submit your CV directly via email. Make a real difference. Join Tempest and help empower young people to achieve their potential.