SEND Teaching Assistant

Senploy; Widnes; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily pay

Weekly pay

Dedicated consultant support

Free CPD and training opportunities

Long-term opportunities

Job summary

Cover People is recruiting an enthusiastic SEND Teaching Assistant to join a special needs primary school in Widnes.

You will support KS2 pupils with Autism and Complex Needs, provide 1:1 and small-group assistance, and adapt activities to meet individual needs, helping pupils build confidence and independence.

This is a full-time, long-term role with weekly pay and ongoing CPD opportunities through Cover People.

Qualifications

• Experience working as a Teaching Assistant or in a similar support role.
• Some experience working with children with Autism, Complex Needs or other SEND.
• Patient, resilient and calm when dealing with challenging situations.
• Confident supporting pupils on a 1:1 and small-group basis.
• A flexible, hands-on approach and good communication skills.
• Able to build positive relationships with children and encourage their development.
• A genuine passion for helping children with additional needs reach their potential.

Responsibilities

• Support KS2 pupils with Autism and Complex Needs in the classroom and throughout the school day.
• Provide 1:1 and small-group support, adapting activities to meet individual needs.
• Build positive relationships with pupils and help them develop confidence, communication and independence.
• Support pupils who may display challenging behaviours, remaining calm, patient and consistent.
• Use positive reinforcement and appropriate strategies to encourage engagement and participation.
• Work closely with teaching staff and other professionals to support pupils' wellbeing and progress.
• Help create a safe, nurturing and inclusive environment where pupils can thrive.

Skills

Teaching Assistant experience

Autism/SEND experience

Patience & resilience

1:1 & small-group support

Strong communication

Relationship building

Passion for helping children

Job description

Cover People are hiring for a SEND Teaching Assistant in Widnes!

Role: SEND Teaching Assistant.

Location: Widnes, Halton.

Start Date: ASAP.

Contract: Full time & Long term.

Setting: Special Needs primary school for Autism & Complex Needs (KS2 site).

Full-time, Monday to Friday

Are you an enthusiastic SEND Teaching Assistant who enjoys working with children and getting stuck in? Do you have the patience and resilience to support pupils with additional needs and help them overcome barriers to learning?

Cover People are recruiting an enthusiastic SEND Teaching Assistant for a special needs primary school in Widnes, supporting KS2 pupils with Autism and Complex Needs. You'll provide tailored classroom and individual support, helping pupils develop confidence, independence and positive relationships.

The Role:

• Support KS2 pupils with Autism and Complex Needs in the classroom and throughout the school day.
• Provide 1:1 and small-group support, adapting activities and learning to meet individual needs.
• Build positive relationships with pupils and help them develop confidence, communication and independence.
• Support pupils who may display challenging behaviours, remaining calm, patient and consistent.
• Use positive reinforcement and appropriate strategies to encourage engagement and participation.
• Work closely with teaching staff and other professionals to support pupils' wellbeing and progress.
• Help create a safe, nurturing and inclusive environment where pupils can thrive.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Experience working as a Teaching Assistant or in a similar support role.
• Some experience working with children with Autism, Complex Needs or other SEND.
• Patient, resilient and calm when dealing with challenging situations.
• Confident supporting pupils on a 1:1 and small-group basis.
• A flexible, hands-on approach and good communication skills.
• Able to build positive relationships with children and encourage their development.
• A genuine passion for helping children with additional needs reach their potential.

Why Choose Cover People?

• Competitive daily pay.
• Weekly pay.
• Dedicated consultant support.
• Free CPD and training opportunities.
• Long-term and permanent opportunities.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and will be offered work subject to successfully completing Cover People's compliance checks.

All pay rates include 12.07% statutory holiday pay where applicable.

Cover People are acting as an employment business on behalf of this school. Successful applicants will be subject to safeguarding and vetting procedures, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Cover People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.