Empower SEN Students as Learning Support Assistant

TimePlan Education; Wirral; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

TimePlan Education seeks a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support students with Special Educational Needs at a Wirral-based school. The role involves 1:1 and small-group support for Key Stages 3 and 4, with EHCP targets and personalised interventions in place.

The ideal candidate will have SEN or SEMH experience, a patient and empathetic approach, and strong communication skills to work with teachers, families and external professionals. Immediate start, term-time contract.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people, ideally in SEN or SEMH settings.
• A patient, empathetic and resilient approach.
• Confidence supporting behaviour and individual learning needs.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing.
• Level 2 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning or equivalent (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support tailored to individual needs.
• Support students with SEN and SEMH needs.
• Help implement EHCP targets and personalised interventions.
• Promote positive behaviour, emotional regulation and wellbeing.
• Work with teachers, families and external professionals to support student progress.

Skills

SEN experience

Patience

Empathy

Behaviour support

Communication

Education

Level 2 in Supporting Teaching and Learning

Job description

TimePlan Education seeks a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support students with Special Educational Needs at a Wirral-based school. The role involves 1:1 and small-group support for Key Stages 3 and 4, with EHCP targets and personalised interventions in place.

The ideal candidate will have SEN or SEMH experience, a patient and empathetic approach, and strong communication skills to work with teachers, families and external professionals. Immediate start, term-time contract.