SEND Teaching Assistant

Vetro Recruitment; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cycle to work

Training & development

Pension schemes

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

Vetro Recruitment is seeking a Special Education Needs Teaching Assistant to join a supportive Liverpool primary school. You will work closely with children with additional needs, adapting materials and supporting their access to the curriculum.

The role emphasizes collaboration with teachers, parents, and external professionals, with opportunities for training, cycle-to-work benefits, and access to pension schemes.

Qualifications

• Experience with children in a primary setting, especially with SEN.
• Enhanced DBS clearance required.
• Ability to work collaboratively with staff, parents and professionals.

Responsibilities

• Support children with additional needs per EHCP and adapt learning materials.
• Implement agreed strategies and manage behaviour and routines in class.
• Work closely with teachers, parents, carers and professionals to meet educational, social and emotional needs.
• Support pupils 1:1 and in small groups to access the curriculum.
• Contribute to a positive, inclusive learning environment that supports wellbeing.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Calm and patient

Team collaboration

Behaviour management

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

Job description

Job Title: Special Education Needs Teaching Assistant

Location: Liverpool, Merseyside

We are seeking to appoint a Special Education Needs Teaching Assistant to join our team.

This well-supported role offers an opportunity to work closely with children with additional needs, providing tailored support to help them access the curriculum and develop socially and emotionally.

The successful candidate will be an integral part of a dedicated team committed to inclusive education.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting children with additional needs in accordance with their Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP).
• Implementing agreed strategies and adapting learning materials to meet individual needs.
• Working closely with teaching staff, parents, carers, and professionals to ensure the child's educational, social, and emotional needs are met.
• Supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups, managing behaviour and classroom routines effectively.
• Contributing to a positive, inclusive learning environment that promotes the well-being of all pupils.

Requirements & Qualifications

• A relevant qualification such as NVQ Level 3 or equivalent.
• Experience working with children in a primary school setting, particularly those with special educational needs.
• Mandatory compliance with an Enhanced DBS check and eligibility to work in the UK.
• Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, parents, and external professionals.
• A calm, patient, and resilient approach, with a genuine commitment to supporting children's development.

Benefits & Work Environment

• Competitive salary with regular pay reviews.
• Supportive and enthusiastic school environment with friendly children and dedicated staff.
• Employee assistance programme and access to the teacher or local government pension schemes.
• Additional perks such as cycle to work scheme, ongoing training, and development opportunities.
• A beautiful school setting with spacious indoor and outdoor areas, fostering a positive and inclusive ethos.

Vetro is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merit alone.