SEND Teaching Assistant — 1:1 & Small-Group Support

Specialist SEND Group; Widnes; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Specialist SEND Group is seeking an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEND school in Widnes, supporting children and young people with Autism, ADHD and other complex needs.

You will provide 1:1 and small-group support, use PECS, Makaton and visual timetables, assist with personal care where required, and collaborate with teachers to deliver tailored education in a safe, inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Extensive SEND experience essential.
• Experience in a specialist SEND school or similar setting.
• Strong understanding of ASD, ADHD, Learning Disabilities and complex needs.
• Confidence managing challenging behaviours using a calm, therapeutic approach.
• Experience supporting non-verbal learners and using alternative communication methods.
• Patient, compassionate and resilient personality.
• Enhanced DBS registered on Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to learners with SEND needs.
• Support pupils with complex learning difficulties, communication barriers and sensory needs.
• Use communication aids such as PECS, Makaton, visual timetables and now-and-next boards.
• Implement positive behaviour support and de-escalation strategies.
• Assist with sensory activities, emotional regulation and personalised learning.
• Support with personal care where required.
• Work closely with teachers and other professionals to deliver tailored education and support.
• Create a safe, positive and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

SEND experience

Behaviour management

Autism support

Non-verbal comms

Patience

DBS check

Education

Level 2 TA

Level 3 TA

Tools

PECS

Makaton

Visual timetables

Now-and-next boards

Job description

Specialist SEND Group is seeking an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEND school in Widnes, supporting children and young people with Autism, ADHD and other complex needs.

You will provide 1:1 and small-group support, use PECS, Makaton and visual timetables, assist with personal care where required, and collaborate with teachers to deliver tailored education in a safe, inclusive environment.