Primary SEN Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; St Helens; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated educational staffing organization is seeking a passionate Full-Time SEN Teaching Assistant in St Helens to support children with Special Educational Needs. This role involves providing tailored classroom support, assisting with personal care, and working closely with teachers to implement IEPs. Candidates should have an enhanced DBS check and a caring approach to help students thrive. Join a supportive team and make a real difference in children's lives with competitive pay and development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates

Access to free CPD training

Support from a dedicated consultant

Qualifications

• Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service.
• Safeguarding training provided by Teaching Personnel.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Patient and enthusiastic approach to learning.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored classroom support to pupils with SEN.
• Assist with personal care needs.
• Implement individual education plans (IEPs).
• Encourage positive behaviour and emotional well-being.
• Support small group and one-to-one interventions.

Skills

Experience supporting children with SEN

Ability to adapt under pressure

Communication skills

Job description

Overview

Full-Time SEN Teaching Assistant – Primary School, St Helens

Location: St Helens
Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday
Salary: Competitive, based on experience

Join Teaching Personnel and make a real difference every day!

Are you passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and helping them thrive in a nurturing environment? We are looking for a dedicated, compassionate, and proactive SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in St Helens. You will be supporting children with complex needs such as physical disabilities, Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities (PMLD), Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), Speech, language and communication delays and Global Development Delay.

This is a full-time position where you’ll play a vital role in shaping young lives and ensuring every child receives the care and education they deserve.

What You’ll Do

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Provide tailored classroom support to pupils with SEN, ensuring they can access learning effectively.
• Assist with personal care needs, promoting dignity and independence.
• Implement individual education plans (IEPs) and work closely with teachers and SENCOs.
• Encourage positive behaviour and emotional well-being, creating a safe and supportive environment.
• Support small group and one-to-one interventions, helping children reach their full potential.
• Communicate effectively with parents and staff, building strong relationships to support pupil progress.

What We’re Looking For

• Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service.
• Safeguarding training (Provided by Teaching Personnel).
• Right to work in the UK.
• Previous experience supporting children with SEN in a school or similar setting.
• A caring, patient, and enthusiastic approach to learning.
• Ability to adapt and remain calm under pressure.

Why Join Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive pay rates.
• Access to free CPD training and career development opportunities.
• A supportive consultant who will guide you every step of the way.
• Opportunity to make a lasting impact on children’s lives.

Ready to inspire and support? Apply today and become part of a team that values your skills and passion for education!

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.

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