Special Needs Teaching Assistant

Prospero Teaching; St Helens; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in St Helens is seeking a full-time SEN Teaching Assistant to provide essential support for students with special educational needs. The role involves working directly with pupils, preparing educational resources, and maintaining communication with teachers and parents to ensure effective learning environments. Ideal candidates will have relevant qualifications and experience, particularly with autism.

Qualifications

• Up to date Safeguarding training within the last year (desired).
• Previous experience supporting SEN, in particular Autism.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils 1-1 and in small groups.
• Preparing learning resources and activities.
• Maintaining regular communication with the teacher.

Skills

Supporting pupils

Communication

Building rapport

Safeguarding training

Education

Level 2 Teaching Assistant or relevant qualification

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Saint Helens, United Kingdom

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Other

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Yes

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Expiry Date:

06.08.2025

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Job Description:

SEN Teaching Assistant – St Helens:

The Role:

• Supporting pupils 1-1 and in small groups
• Preparing learning resources and activities
• Building rapport with pupils, parents and staff
• Maintaining regular communication with the teacher and external agencies to ensure Education and Health Care plans are updated
• Location: St Helens
• Position: SEN Teaching Assistant
• Type of Work: Temporary
• Full time/Part time: Full time only
• Hours: 8:30am-3:30pm
• Minimum Rate of Pay: £100 per day, depending on experience
• End date: Ongoing

Experience, Training & Qualifications:

• Up to date Safeguarding training within the last year (desired but training can be provided)
• Level 2 Teaching Assistant or other relevant qualification is essential
• Previous experience supporting SEN, in particular Autism

TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE THROUGH PROSPERO TEACHING, YOU MUST:

• Hold Right to Work in the UK
• Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application
• Provide two professional child related references that cover the last two years