SEND Teaching Assistant

Connex Education; Wirral; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational support agency seeks a full-time SEND Teaching Assistant to work in a primary school in Bromborough, Wirral. You will support a Year 3 pupil with SEMH/ADHD needs, fostering engagement with a nurturing approach. The role requires flexibility and the ability to assist other pupils. A relevant qualification and current DBS are desired. The position offers competitive weekly pay and the opportunity to make a real impact on students' learning and development.

Benefits

Competitive weekly rate

PAYE paid weekly

Free access to CPD platform

Career progression opportunities

Wellbeing programme

Trainee teacher apprenticeship opportunities

Qualifications

• Must have a current DBS or willingness to apply for one.
• Desirable to have Team Teach training.
• Relevant school experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Support a Year 3 pupil with SEMH/ADHD needs.
• Build consistent relationships and encourage engagement.
• Support other pupils in the same class.

Skills

Building positive relationships

Strong literacy and numeracy skills

Empathy and patience

Collaboration within classroom routines

Professional behaviour and integrity

Education

A Level 2/3 teaching assistant qualification

GCSEs or equivalent Level 2 in Maths and English

Job description

Role: 1:1/Classroom Support SEND Teaching Assistant

Location: Bromborough, Wirral

Salary: £425–£450 per week (depending on experience and qualifications)

Working Hours: Full-time, Monday–Friday (8:20am – 3:30pm)

To apply, you must show proof of right to work in the UK.

Are you a Teaching Assistant looking to make a real impact in the classroom?

About the Role

Connex Education is working with a Primary School in Bromborough seeking a full‑time SEND Teaching Assistant to support a Year 3 pupil with SEMH/ADHD needs. The role involves building a positive, consistent relationship with the pupil, encouraging engagement through structure, routine, and clear roles, while helping manage refusal, high energy levels, and occasional time out of class. You may also support a small number of other pupils in the same class, so flexibility and the ability to take direction are essential. A nurturing, calm, and patient approach is key. Team Teach training is highly desirable for this role.

About the School

This one‑form entry primary school is a warm, inclusive, community‑focused setting that promotes respect, kindness, ambition, and belonging. Staff work collaboratively to create a supportive learning environment where every child is encouraged to grow in confidence, resilience, and independence.

Assignment Details

This is a full‑time position from Monday to Friday, starting on 5th January 2026. The working day begins at 8:20am, and the assignment is expected to run until July 2026 for the right candidate.

Benefits of working with Connex Education

• Competitive weekly rate.
• PAYE paid weekly.
• Free access to our accredited CPD platform.
• Career progression opportunities via our conversion courses.
• Wellbeing programme and refresher training for life in a 21st‑century classroom.
• Trainee teacher apprenticeship opportunities.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• A Level 2/3 teaching assistant qualification is desirable; however, those with relevant school experience will also be considered.
• GCSEs or equivalent Level 2 in Maths and English.
• Current DBS on the update service or willingness to apply for a new one through Connex.

Knowledge and skills

• Builds positive, supportive relationships with pupils and staff to support teaching & learning.
• Upholds high standards of professional behaviour, presentation, and integrity.
• Committed to maintaining consistency in learning and behaviour expectations.
• Open to professional development and constructive feedback.
• Demonstrates strong literacy, numeracy, and communication skills.
• Works collaboratively within classroom routines, showing initiative and professionalism.
• Adapts to pupils’ varying needs and supports inclusion.
• Demonstrates patience, empathy, and consistency when supporting pupils of varying needs and abilities.
• Reliable, well‑presented, and committed to confidentiality and ongoing development.
• Sound understanding of classroom roles, routines, and expectations, and how to contribute effectively to these.
• Observant and reflective, able to recognise and respond to changes in behaviour or wellbeing.
• Awareness of safeguarding, confidentiality, and professional boundaries in a school setting.
• Committed to continuous personal development and open to feedback and training.

Are you interested?

If you are interested or would like to discuss more supply opportunities, please apply today!

Protected Characteristics Statement

All offers are conditional upon satisfactory background checks, including a DBS check. All appointments will be made subject to a DBS check. Connex Education Partnership is committed to a policy of equal opportunities. We respect and value cultural and religious diversity and will not discriminate based on age, gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin, religion, culture, marital status, or disability. Everyone is assessed on merit alone.

Connex Education Partnership is an employment agency and employment business.

Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and candidates to share this commitment. We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, and other relevant legislation. All appointments are subject to rigorous pre‑employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.