Sen Teaching Assistant- Wirral

Teaching Personnel; Norwich; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£1,000 refer-a-friend bonus

24/7 GP access

Health cash plan

Pension

Enhanced leave & sick pay

Wellbeing support

Job summary

Teaching Personnel in Norwich is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support students with autism, communication needs, dyslexia and anxiety-related barriers to learning in a specialist independent day school.

You'll work in a small-class environment, providing tailored support, developing academic, social and emotional skills, and liaising with staff and SEN coordinators to monitor progress and promote a positive, inclusive culture.

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths & English (Grade 4/C or above) required or equivalent.
• Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or working towards) preferred.
• Understanding of safeguarding and child protection essential.
• Experience with SEMH and/or ASD beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support to students in and out of the classroom.
• Assist with differentiated learning activities.
• Support communication, social, and independence skills.
• Monitor progress and liaise with staff and SEN coordinators.
• Promote a positive, inclusive environment.
• Support behaviour management strategies.

Skills

Safeguarding knowledge

Experience with SEMH/ASD

Strong communication

Education

GCSE Maths & English (Grade 4/C or above)

Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or working towards)

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Wirral, CH62 1BG
Sector: SEN Support
Job Type: Full Time / Part-time
Start Date: Immediate

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant in Norwich to join a specialist independent day school supporting students with autism, communication needs, dyslexia, and anxiety-related barriers to learning.

You’ll work in a supportive, small-class environment, helping students develop academically, socially, and emotionally while making a meaningful impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support to students in and out of the classroom
• Assist with differentiated learning activities
• Support communication, social, and independence skills
• Monitor progress and liaise with staff and SEN coordinators
• Promote a positive, inclusive environment
• Support behaviour management strategies

Skills & Qualifications

• GCSE Maths & English (Grade 4/C or above)
• Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or working towards)
• Understanding of safeguarding and child protection
• Experience with SEMH and/or ASD

Why Join Us?

• Ongoing training & career development
• Competitive salary, pension, enhanced leave & sick pay
• 24/7 GP access & health cash plan
• Wellbeing support, discounts & financial perks
• £1,000 refer-a-friend bonus