SEND Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational staffing agency is seeking a SEND Teaching Assistant in Croxteth. The role involves providing tailored support to children with special educational needs, starting November 2025. The ideal candidate should have previous experience and strong communication skills. This is a full-time temporary position with competitive pay rates and opportunities for personal growth.

Benefits

Excellent rates of pay via PAYE

Dedicated personal consultant

Ongoing CPD opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting children with SEND in educational or care settings.
• Calm, empathetic, and positive approach to behavior and learning.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Relevant qualifications e.g., Level 2/3 TA, CACHE, SEN-specific training are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support to pupils with various special educational needs.
• Offer both one-on-one support and small group interventions.
• Help children access the curriculum and build confidence.

Job description

Teaching Personnel

SEND Teaching Assistant

Location: Croxteth (L12)

Contract: Temporary with the potential for permanent employment

Schedule: Full Time

Start Date: November 2025

Pay Rate: £13.75 - £14.50 per hour

Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of young learners with special educational needs? A welcoming and inclusive primary school in Croxteth (L12) is seeking a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to join their team from November 2025. This is a fantastic opportunity to support children in a nurturing environment where every child is encouraged to thrive.

About the Role

You’ll work closely with class teachers and the SENCo to provide tailored support to pupils with a range of special educational needs. The role involves both 1:1 support and small group interventions, helping children access the curriculum, build confidence, and reach their full potential.

The Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience supporting children with SEND (in education or care settings)
• Calm, empathetic, and positive approach to behaviour and learning
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Relevant qualifications (e.g. Level 2/3 TA, CACHE, SEN-specific training) are desirable

About the School

• Rated “Outstanding” by Ofsted in 2023
• Committed to safeguarding, inclusion, and personalised learning
• Provides a safe, stimulating, and supportive environment for all pupils
• Strong leadership team and collaborative staff culture

Why Join Teaching Personnel?

• Excellent rates of pay via PAYE – no umbrella companies
• Dedicated personal consultant to support your career journey
• Access to a wide range of roles across Merseyside and beyond
• myTP portal – simplifying admin, timesheets, and communication
• Ongoing CPD opportunities to help you grow professionally

Apply now or contact our recruitment team today to learn more or to register your interest.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

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