Specialist SEND Teaching Assistant (1:1 & Small Groups)

Prospero Teaching; Sefton; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Prospero Teaching are recruiting an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEND school in Liverpool. The role offers an opportunity to support pupils with additional needs and help them reach their full potential in a caring, resilient environment.

You will provide dedicated 1:1 and small-group support, assisting with academic, social and emotional development, and work with teachers to implement individual support strategies within a nurturing setting.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children or young people with SEND.
• Experience supporting Autism, ADHD, SEMH, learning difficulties or complex needs.
• Confident providing 1:1 support and managing challenging behaviour.
• Patient, nurturing and resilient.
• Committed to supporting every pupil's individual development.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with SEND.
• Support pupils with their academic, social, emotional and behavioural development.
• Promote positive behaviour and emotional regulation through a calm and consistent approach.
• Adapt activities and learning resources to meet individual needs.
• Build strong, positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• Work alongside teachers and other professionals to implement individual support strategies.
• Support pupils within a safe, inclusive and nurturing specialist environment.

Skills

1:1 support

Behaviour management

Relationship building

Job description

Prospero Teaching are recruiting an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEND school in Liverpool. The role offers an opportunity to support pupils with additional needs and help them reach their full potential in a caring, resilient environment.

You will provide dedicated 1:1 and small-group support, assisting with academic, social and emotional development, and work with teachers to implement individual support strategies within a nurturing setting.