SEN Teaching Assistant

Connex Education; Wirral; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education agency is seeking a compassionate and proactive 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant in Birkenhead. This full-time role involves supporting a child with special educational needs in Year 1, helping them engage with the curriculum in a nurturing classroom. Ideal candidates should have relevant qualifications and experience, along with strong interpersonal skills. The position offers a competitive salary of £425–£450 per week, with potential continuation into the next academic year.

Benefits

Competitive weekly rate

PAYE paid weekly

Free access to CPD platform

Career progression opportunities

Wellbeing programme

Trainee teacher apprenticeship opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with additional needs is preferred.
• Willingness to apply for a new DBS if required.

Responsibilities

• Support a child in Year 1 with SEN throughout the school day.
• Help the child access the curriculum in a structured environment.
• Work collaboratively within classroom routines.

Skills

Positive relationship building

Professional behaviour and integrity

Strong literacy

Strong numeracy

Communication skills

Patience and empathy

Education

A Level 2/3 teaching assistant qualification

GCSEs in Maths and English

Current DBS

Job description

Role: 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Birkenhead, Wirral
Salary: £425–£450 per week (depending on experience and qualifications)

To apply, you must show proof of right to work in the UK.

About the Role

Connex Education is working with a Primary School in Birkenhead that is recruiting for a full-time Teaching Assistant to work 1:1 with a child in Year 1 with SEN and challenging behaviour. You will be supporting the child throughout the school day, helping them to access the curriculum and engage with learning in a calm, structured, and nurturing environment. The ideal candidate will be compassionate, proactive, and experienced in working with children with additional needs.

About the School

This is a vibrant and nurturing two form entry school where every child is encouraged to feel safe, happy, and ready to learn. The school fosters a culture of mutual respect, inclusion, and high expectations, aiming to support all children in becoming confident, caring, and successful individuals. Staff are dedicated to providing a warm, structured environment where children’s individual strengths are recognised and supported.

Assignment Details

This role is full-time, Monday to Friday, from 8:30am to 3:30pm, starting in January 2026. There is the possibility for the role to continue for the academic year (until July 2026) for the right candidate.

Benefits of working with Connex Education

• Competitive weekly rate.
• PAYE paid weekly.
• Free access to our accredited CPD platform.
• Career progression opportunities via our conversion courses.
• Wellbeing programme and refresher training for life in a 21st-century classroom.
• Trainee teacher apprenticeship opportunities.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• A Level 2/3 teaching assistant qualification is desirable; however, those with relevant school experience will also be considered.
• GCSEs or equivalent Level 2 in Maths and English.
• Current DBS on the update service or willingness to apply for a new one through Connex.

Knowledge and skills

• Builds positive, supportive relationships with pupils and staff to support teaching & learning.
• Upholds high standards of professional behaviour, presentation, and integrity.
• Committed to maintaining consistency in learning and behaviour expectations.
• Open to professional development and constructive feedback.
• Demonstrates strong literacy, numeracy, and communication skills.
• Works collaboratively within classroom routines, showing initiative and professionalism.
• Adapts to pupils’ varying needs and supports inclusion.
• Demonstrates patience, empathy, and consistency when supporting pupils of varying needs and abilities.
• Reliable, well-presented, and committed to confidentiality and ongoing development.
• Sound understanding of classroom roles, routines, and expectations, and how to contribute effectively to these.
• Observant and reflective, able to recognise and respond to changes in behaviour or wellbeing.
• Awareness of safeguarding, confidentiality, and professional boundaries in a school setting.
• Committed to continuous personal development and open to feedback and training.

Are you interested?

If you are interested or would like to discuss more supply opportunities, please apply today!

Protected Characteristics Statement

All offers are conditional upon satisfactory background checks, including a DBS check. All appointments will be made subject to a DBS check. Connex Education Partnership is committed to a policy of equal opportunities. We respect and value cultural and religious diversity and will not discriminate based on age, gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin, religion, culture, marital status, or disability. Everyone is assessed on merit alone.

Connex Education Partnership is an employment agency and employment business.

Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and candidates to share this commitment. We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, and other relevant legislation. All appointments are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.