Specialist Teaching Assistant - (SEND, SEMH)

Vetro Recruitment; Wirral; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Team environment

Professional development

Wirral community

Job summary

Vetro Recruitment is partnering with a high-performing SEMH special school in Wirral to recruit a Behaviour Support Assistant. You will work closely with teaching staff to support pupils’ behaviour and well-being, ensuring access to quality education across key stages.

The successful candidate will contribute to maintaining the school’s outstanding standards and supportive ethos, with opportunities for ongoing professional development in a vibrant Wirral community.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children/young people, particularly in SEMH or SEND settings.
• NVQ Level 3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning or equivalent.
• Enhanced DBS check and eligibility to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with behavioural and emotional needs in classroom settings or small groups.
• Assist teachers in implementing behaviour management strategies and personalised support plans.
• Promote positive behaviour and well-being to create a safe, inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Experience with SEMH/SEND settings

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning or equivalent

Job description

Behaviour Support Assistant

Location: Wirral, Merseyside

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Behaviour Support Assistant to join a high-performing, SEMH special school in the Wirral. This role involves working closely with teaching staff to support pupils’ behaviour and well-being, ensuring access to quality education across various key stages.

The successful candidate will contribute to maintaining the school’s outstanding standards and supportive ethos.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils with behavioural and emotional needs within classroom settings or small groups
• Assisting teachers in implementing behaviour management strategies and personalised support plans
• Promoting positive behaviour and well-being to create a safe and inclusive learning environment

Requirements & Qualifications

• Relevant experience working with children or young people, particularly in SEMH or special educational needs settings
• A recognised qualification such as NVQ Level 3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning or equivalent
• Mandatory compliance including an Enhanced DBS check and eligibility to work in the UK

Benefits & Work Environment

• Supportive and friendly team environment within a school rated Outstanding by Ofsted
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development and training
• Access to a vibrant, inclusive community in the Wirral

Vetro is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merit alone.