HIGHER LEVEL TEACHING ASSISTANT (2 days per week)

Rainhill High School; St Helens; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated educational institution in St Helens is seeking a support staff member to work closely with teachers and help students with special educational needs (SEND). The role involves managing interventions, promoting student independence, and engaging with parents and agencies. Ideal candidates will have experience in education and excellent communication skills. This position offers the chance to make a significant impact in students' lives.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting students with SEND.
• Previous experience in an educational setting is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support the leadership of the SEND department.
• Manage the SEND Hub during lessons and breaks.
• Coordinate targeted interventions for SEND students.

Skills

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Flexibility

Proactivity

Job description

Make a Difference Every Day

Are you passionate about helping young people achieve their best?

What You’ll Be Doing

• Supporting teachers in creating inclusive, engaging lessons
• Leading targeted interventions and tracking their impact
• Working closely with students who need extra support
• Promoting confidence, independence, and achievement

About You

• Experience supporting students with SEND
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Confident, flexible, and proactive
• Previous experience in an educational setting is essential

Why Rainhill High School?

• At Rainhill, we live by our values — Learn, Think, Contribute, Care.
• We are proud of our reputation for excellence and inclusion, and you will be part of a dedicated, welcoming team that makes a real difference every day.

Apply now: https://rainhillhighschool.org.uk/about/rhs-vacancies
Email applications to: [e-mail]

Closing date: 9AM Monday 1st December 2025
Interviews: Monday 8th December 2025 AM

Purpose of the post

The purpose of the post is to work closely with class teachers to raise the learning and attainment of pupils while promoting their independence, self‑esteem and social inclusion. The role involves providing support to students, both individually and in groups, to help them access the curriculum, fully engage in learning and experience a strong sense of achievement.

Duties and responsibilities

Support the leadership and management of the SEND department

Leading Interventions and Teaching and Learning

1. To support in the training and line management of CSAs.
2. To manage the SEND Hub during lessons, break and lunch.
3. To support with referrals to outside agencies.
4. To create reviews and update pen portraits.
5. To liaise with parents, students and outside agencies as directed.
6. To lead, coordinate and quality assure targeted interventions such as phonics and literacy, social skills, sensory seedlings, therapeutic Lego, ELSA mentoring, Tech skills, study skills, emotional regulation, physio.
7. To demonstrate an informed and efficient approach to teaching and learning by adopting relevant strategies to increase achievement of all pupils with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
8. To promote, support and facilitate inclusion by encouraging participation of all pupils in learning and extracurricular activities.
9. To use effective behaviour management strategies consistently in line with the school’s policy and procedures.
10. To maintain good order and discipline among pupils, managing behaviour effectively to ensure a good and safe learning environment.
11. To organise and manage teaching space and resources to help maintain a stimulating and safe learning environment.
12. To observe pupil performance and pass observations on to the class teacher.
13. To use ICT skills to advance pupils’ learning.
14. To work collaboratively with class teachers to best support student’s progress and attainment.
15. To lead class teaching with the HUB as and when appropriate.
16. To direct the work, where relevant, of other adults in supporting learning.