Flexible SEND Teaching Assistant — Wirral Secondary

Academics; Wirral; On-site; GBP 12,915 - 20,295; Part time

Job summary

Academics is seeking a compassionate SEND Teaching Assistant to support students with ASD, ADHD, SEMH, and MLD across Wirral secondary schools and specialist provisions. This flexible role covers daily supply, short-term, and longer placements in mainstream and specialist settings.

You will provide 1:1, small group, or whole-class support, help with tasks, and assist with behavior management, all while building positive relationships and ensuring a calm learning environment.

Qualifications

• Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent certification.
• Experience as SEND TA or in roles like Care Worker, Youth Worker, Inclusion Assistant, or Behavior Mentor.
• Enhanced DBS on Update Service (or willingness to apply).
• Based in or able to commute to Wirral schools.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1, small group, or whole-class support to students with diverse needs.
• Flexibly cover daily, short-term, or long-term placements across Wirral.
• Help scaffold tasks, break down instructions, and implement tailored strategies.
• Support positive behavior management to maintain a calm, safe learning environment.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Adaptability

Communication

Education

Level 2 TA qualification

Level 3 TA qualification

Supporting Teaching & Learning in Schools

Health & Social Care / Childcare / Youth Work qualification

Specialist SEN training (Team-Teach / Makaton / PECS / Autism Awareness)

Job description

Academics is seeking a compassionate SEND Teaching Assistant to support students with ASD, ADHD, SEMH, and MLD across Wirral secondary schools and specialist provisions. This flexible role covers daily supply, short-term, and longer placements in mainstream and specialist settings.

You will provide 1:1, small group, or whole-class support, help with tasks, and assist with behavior management, all while building positive relationships and ensuring a calm learning environment.