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

Vetro Recruitment; Wirral; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Vetro Recruitment is seeking a SEND Teaching Assistant to support pupils with special educational needs on a 1:1 basis and in small groups in Wirral, Merseyside, UK. The role involves supervising learning activities and promoting inclusive education.

You will work closely with teaching staff and the SENCO to help pupils access learning, build confidence, and progress in a safe environment, while following safeguarding policies and liaising with parents and external professionals.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children (school, SEND or care setting).
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain).
• Right to work in the UK (sponsorship not available).

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEND 1:1 and in small groups
• Adapt learning materials and classroom activities to meet individual needs
• Encourage positive behaviour and promote inclusion within the classroom
• Monitor and record progress and feedback to teachers/SENCO
• Support social, emotional and communication development
• Assist with classroom preparation and maintaining a safe learning environment
• Work collaboratively with teachers, parents, therapists and external professionals
• Support personal care or medical needs where required
• Follow safeguarding and school policies at all times

Skills

Right to work in the UK

Experience supporting children

Education

Enhanced DBS (Update Service)

Job description

Vetro Recruitment is seeking a SEND Teaching Assistant to support pupils with special educational needs on a 1:1 basis and in small groups in Wirral, Merseyside, UK. The role involves supervising learning activities and promoting inclusive education.

You will work closely with teaching staff and the SENCO to help pupils access learning, build confidence, and progress in a safe environment, while following safeguarding policies and liaising with parents and external professionals.