SEN Teaching Assistant: Impactful Support for Learners

Teaching Personnel; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

CPD courses

Dedicated specialist consultant

Long-term opportunities

Flexible work options

Wellbeing resources

£50 referral bonus

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is recruiting a SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in the L32 area of Liverpool. The role is long-term with immediate start and ongoing support for pupils with SEND and SEMH needs.

You do not need previous school experience, but a compassionate, patient approach and strong communication skills are essential to help children engage and learn in an inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEND/SEMH needs.
• Patience, resilience and nurturing approach.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to stay calm and adaptable in challenging situations.
• Genuine passion for supporting children's development and wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated support to pupils with SEND and SEMH needs.
• Build strong, positive relationships to support emotional wellbeing and engagement.
• Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to implement individual support strategies.
• Support children in classroom and less structured parts of the day.
• Encourage independence, confidence and positive behaviour.
• Help create a safe, engaging and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

SEND/SEMH experience

Patience

Strong communication

Calm under pressure

Job description

Teaching Personnel is recruiting a SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in the L32 area of Liverpool. The role is long-term with immediate start and ongoing support for pupils with SEND and SEMH needs.

You do not need previous school experience, but a compassionate, patient approach and strong communication skills are essential to help children engage and learn in an inclusive environment.