Secondary Teaching Assistants, SEN Teaching Assistants & Cover Supervisors

Choice Teachers; Macclesfield; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Choice Teachers is seeking Secondary Teaching Assistants, SEN Teaching Assistants and Cover Supervisors for day-to-day and long-term supply placements in Birkenhead and the Wirral. Roles include supporting pupils with SEN and classroom supervision across secondary and SEN schools.

Applicants should have an up-to-date CV, the right to work in the UK, two references and an Enhanced DBS (or willingness to apply). Driving licence is helpful but not required.

Qualifications

• An up-to-date CV covering your full employment history (including gaps)
• The right to work in the UK
• Two professional references
• An Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one)
• A driving licence is desirable but not essential

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEN, SEMH needs and learning support in secondary settings
• Supervise classrooms during teacher absence and assist with day-to-day/short-term/long-term placements
• Adapt to a variety of school environments across Birkenhead and the Wirral

Job description

Secondary Teaching Assistants, SEN Teaching Assistants & Cover Supervisors -Macclesfield (Supply Agency Roles)

Location: Birkenhead, Wirral
Hours: Full-Time & Part-Time Supply Work
Pay: £90-£110 per day (inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay)

About the Role

Are you looking for flexible, rewarding work through a reputable education supply agency, where you can make a real difference in local schools?

We are a supply agency recruiting on behalf of secondary schools and specialist SEN schools across Birkenhead and the wider Wirral. We are currently seeking enthusiastic and reliable Secondary Teaching Assistants, SEN Teaching Assistants and Cover Supervisors for day-to-day, short-term and long-term supply placements.

Whether you're an experienced education professional or have transferable skills from another sector, we'd love to hear from you.

We have opportunities supporting pupils with:

• Special Educational Needs (SEN), including Autism (ASD)
• Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs
• Moderate and complex learning difficulties
• Challenging behaviour
• General classroom support
• Classroom supervision during teacher absence

We welcome applications from candidates with experience in:

• Secondary schools or SEN schools
• Other education settings
• Youth offending or criminal justice services
• Children's residential care
• Mental health or behavioural support
• Police or prison services
• Sports coaching or youth work
• Care and support work

If you're patient, adaptable, confident and passionate about supporting young people, we'd love to hear from you.

Requirements

To apply, you'll need:

• An up-to-date CV covering your full employment history (including any gaps)
• The right to work in the UK
• Two professional references
• An Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one)
• A driving licence is desirable but not essential

What We Offer

• PAYE pay - no umbrella companies
• Competitive daily rates (£90-£110 per day)
• Flexible supply work across day-to-day, short-term and long-term placements
• Work across a wide network of secondary and SEN schools throughout Birkenhead and the Wirral
• Generous refer-a-friend bonus scheme
• Pension contributions (subject to qualifying period)
• Full compliance with Agency Workers’ Regulations (AWR), ensuring fair pay and working conditions

Please note: This is a supply agency vacancy. All roles are offered on behalf of schools across Birkenhead and the Wirral and may vary in duration and setting.

Safeguarding Statement

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all staff to share this commitment.

All appointments are subject to an Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

This position involves regulated activity. It is an offence to apply if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

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