SEN Learning Support Assistant

Senploy; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Temp-to-perm opportunity

Job summary

Educato Limited is seeking an SEN Learning Support Assistant for a specialist school in Liverpool. You will support pupils with a range of additional needs, helping them access learning and develop confidence.

The role runs Monday to Friday, 9:30am to 2:30pm, with a Temp-to-Perm path and potential permanent contract after 12 weeks. You will work with teachers and staff to ensure safe, supportive learning throughout the day.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEN.
• Understanding of autism, ADHD, SEMH or challenging behaviour.
• Calm, patient and supportive approach.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team.
• Reliable and positive attitude with a genuine interest in helping pupils succeed.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils in small classes, helping them access learning and participate.
• Help manage behaviour and build pupil confidence and independence.
• Collaborate with teachers and support staff to provide consistent support.
• Assist pupils with transport, helping them on and off buses at start/end of day.

Skills

SEN experience

Autism awareness

SEMH understanding

ADHD awareness

Communication skills

Teamwork

Patience

Reliability

Job description

SEN Learning Support Assistant - Liverpool

Hours: Monday-Friday, 9:30am-2:30pm

Start Date: 2nd November 2026

Contract: Temp-to-perm, with the opportunity to secure a permanent contract directly with the school after 12 weeks.

We are looking for a caring, patient and reliable SEN Learning Support Assistant to join a specialist school in Liverpool, supporting pupils with a range of additional needs.

About the Role

You will support pupils in small classes, helping them access learning, manage their behaviour and develop their confidence and independence.

The pupils have a range of additional needs, including:

• Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
• Challenging behaviour and emotional regulation difficulties.
• Autism and ADHD.
• Additional learning and behavioural support needs.

You will work alongside teachers and other support staff to provide consistent, individualised support throughout the school day.

The role also involves helping pupils safely transition to and from their transport, including assisting them on and off passenger buses at the beginning and end of the school day.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEN.
• An understanding of autism, ADHD, SEMH or challenging behaviour.
• A calm, patient and supportive approach.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team.
• A reliable and positive attitude, with a genuine interest in helping pupils succeed.

DBS Requirements

Candidates must have a valid Child and Adult DBS on the Update Service, or be willing to apply for a new enhanced DBS check.

This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS (child and adult workforce), satisfactory references, and full compliance with KCSIE (2026) guidance and safer recruitment standards. Overseas police checks may be required where applicable.

Educato Limited is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Educato Limited acts as an employment business in relation to this vacancy.