SEN Teaching Assistant

Prospero Teaching; Netherley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education agency is seeking a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to join a specialist school in Liverpool. This role involves supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities in a nurturing environment. Ideal candidates will have experience with autism, excellent communication skills, and a passion for helping students achieve their potential. The position offers ongoing professional development in a collaborative setting.

Benefits

Supportive working environment

Ongoing professional development and training opportunities

Impact on young people's lives

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with autism and/or additional needs is highly desirable.
• Ability to build strong, trusting relationships with pupils and colleagues.
• A genuine passion for supporting SEND students to achieve their full potential.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils' learning and development under the direction of the class teacher and SENCO.
• Assist with the implementation of individual education plans (IEPs) and behaviour management strategies.
• Promote positive behaviour and encourage social and emotional development.
• Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to provide tailored support to each student.
• Help create a safe, stimulating, and engaging learning environment.

Skills

Experience with autism

Excellent communication skills

Patience

Resilience

Building trusting relationships

Education

Level 2 or 3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning

Job description

SEND Teaching Assistant

Location: Liverpool (L27)
Start Date: November 2025
Working Hours: Full Time - Monday to Friday, 08:30am to 15:30pm
Contract Type: Term Time Only

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)?

We are seeking a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to join our specialist school in Liverpool, supporting children and young people in a Primary setting. Our school provides a nurturing and inclusive environment for pupils with autism, often with additional learning difficulties and challenging behaviour.

Key Responsibilities

• Support pupils' learning and development under the direction of the class teacher and SENCO.
• Assist with the implementation of individual education plans (IEPs) and behaviour management strategies.
• Promote positive behaviour and encourage social and emotional development.
• Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to provide tailored support to each student.
• Help create a safe, stimulating, and engaging learning environment.

Ideal Candidate

• Experience working with children or young people with autism and/or additional needs is highly desirable.
• Patient, resilient, and adaptable with excellent communication skills.
• Ability to build strong, trusting relationships with pupils and colleagues.
• Relevant qualifications (e.g., Level 2 or 3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning) are an advantage but not essential.
• A genuine passion for supporting SEND students to achieve their full potential.

What We Offer

• A supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
• The chance to make a real impact in the lives of young people.

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