1 to 1 SEND Teaching Assistant

Jobsgopublic Limited; Sefton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Ursuline Catholic Primary School is seeking a dedicated 1:1 Teaching Assistant to support a child with additional needs. You will work closely with teaching staff to implement learning strategies and maintain an engaging classroom environment.

The successful candidate will have experience with SEND, be enthusiastic and motivated, and demonstrate excellent communication skills to collaborate with staff, pupils, and families.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with various needs, including trauma and learning difficulties.
• 1:1 teaching assistant experience is advantageous.
• Energetic, talented and ambitious with the ability to inspire and support learning.
• Excellent communication and teamwork are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support to a child with additional needs.
• Work closely with the class teacher and SEN team to implement learning plans.
• Help maintain a stimulating and welcoming learning environment for the pupil.

Skills

Enthusiastic

Motivated

Team player

Excellent communication

Education

Experience with SEND

Job description

Application Form Availability:

Application form, job description and person specification are available on the links below. Applications may be submitted by post, by hand at the school address or via email to: [e-mail] . Please mark all correspondence for the attention of Mrs. Nichola Robinson (Headteacher)

Please note, we do not accept CVs. Please fully complete the application form.

Introducing ourselves:

Ursuline Catholic Primary School is a large 2 form entry primary school with 410 pupils currently on roll, situated in Blundellsands. www.ursulineprimary.co.uk

Job requirements:

A wonderful opportunity has arisen for a 1:1 Teaching Assistant to join the enthusiastic and dedicated team at Ursuline Catholic Primary School.

The Governors and Headteacher warmly invite applications for the post of 1:1 Teaching Assistant, working closely with a child with additional needs. The successful candidate will be required to start as soon as possible.

We are seeking to appoint someone who is energetic, talented and ambitious, with the ability to inspire, challenge, motivate and support children in their learning and development.

The successful candidate may have experience of working with children with a range of significant and complex needs, including trauma, emotional and behavioural needs, and additional learning needs. Experience of supporting children on a 1:1 basis would be advantageous.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is enthusiastic and committed to making a difference
• Is an excellent teaching assistant with a proven SEND record
• Understands the needs of young children
• Has an interest and experience of suporting children with additional needs
• Believes that you can make a difference to the outcomes for children
• Is able to inspire and motivate
• Has high expectations of learning, behaviour and care for all children.
• Enjoys supporting children’s learning and demonstrates the ability to help maintain a stimulating learning environment for children and a determination to make learning fun and relevant
• Has excellent communication skills at all levels, is a team player and has a desire to raise standards
• Is committed to the whole school community and is prepared to be actively involved in the wider aspects of school life

We can offer you:

• highly committed, talented enthusiastic and professional staff
• children who are eager to learn
• a commitment to continuous professional development
• a committed and supportive Governing Body
• a happy and growing school

Applicants should demonstrate an understanding of how to support children with social and communication, and sensory needs.

Closing date Thursday 15th October 2026

Shortlisting Friday 16th October 2026

Interviews Monday 19th October

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Due to the nature of work this post is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and relevant care/safeguarding legislation and appointment will only be confirmed if a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure is obtained from the Disclosure and Barring Service. We welcome all applications regardless of age, gender, ethnicity or religion.