Qualified SEND TA for Complex Needs - 1:1 Support

Aspire People; West Kirby; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Joining bonus after 10 shifts

Refer a friend bonus

Term-time hours

Training and support

Professional development

Education team support

Job summary

Aspire People is seeking passionate SEND Teaching Assistants to support pupils aged 4-19 in a specialist school with complex needs, including autism. You will provide 1:1 and small-group learning support, assist with personal care and mobility, and work closely with teachers, therapists and care professionals.

We welcome applicants with Level 2/3 TA qualification or HLTA status, and experience with SEND. The role offers term-time hours, full training and ongoing support, plus development

Qualifications

• Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or HLTA status.
• Previous experience supporting pupils with SEND.
• Experience with complex autism and additional needs.
• A patient, caring and confident approach.
• Confidence supporting personal care and physical needs.
• Experience with PICA, PEG feeding, epilepsy and hoisting is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 and small-group learning support.
• Supporting personal care, including toileting and changing.
• Assisting with mobility, wheelchair transfers and hoisting.
• Delivering sensory and play-based activities.
• Supporting communication, independence and life skills.
• Working closely with teachers, therapists and care professionals.

Skills

SEND experience

HLTA status

Education

Level 2/3 TA qualification

Job description

Aspire People is seeking passionate SEND Teaching Assistants to support pupils aged 4-19 in a specialist school with complex needs, including autism. You will provide 1:1 and small-group learning support, assist with personal care and mobility, and work closely with teachers, therapists and care professionals.

We welcome applicants with Level 2/3 TA qualification or HLTA status, and experience with SEND. The role offers term-time hours, full training and ongoing support, plus development