Teaching Assistant

Desian Education; Sefton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market leading pay

Company pension

Full holiday entitlement

Ongoing professional development

Job summary

Desian Education is recruiting a compassionate KS1 SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with SEND across Years 1 and 2. You will work with teachers and the SENCO to deliver tailored support in the classroom and through targeted interventions, helping children access learning and develop essential early skills.

You will support literacy, numeracy, social development and daily learning, fostering a positive, inclusive environment and promoting safeguarding and wellbeing for all pupils.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with SEND within a school setting.
• Hold a Teaching Assistant qualification.
• Have a good understanding of a range of special educational needs.
• Be patient, empathetic and passionate about supporting children to succeed.
• Be confident managing behaviour and promoting positive outcomes.
• Have excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for KS1 pupils with SEND.
• Support pupils with early literacy and numeracy development.
• Assist with classroom activities and targeted interventions.
• Help pupils develop confidence, independence and social skills.
• Support children with additional needs including ASC, ADHD, speech and language needs.
• Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO.
• Create an inclusive, nurturing learning environment.
• Encourage engagement and progress throughout the day.

Skills

1:1 support

Small groups

Literacy support

Numeracy support

Classroom activities

Communication skills

Teamwork

Safeguarding

SEND experience

Education

Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

At Desian we are currently recruiting for a compassionate and dedicated Key Stage 1 SEN Teaching Assistant. This is a fantastic opportunity to support pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) across Key Stage 1, helping them access learning, develop essential early skills, build confidence and reach their full potential within a nurturing and supportive school environment.

The successful candidate will work closely with class teachers, the SENCO and wider support staff to provide tailored support for pupils across Years 1 and 2, both within the classroom and through targeted interventions. The role will involve supporting pupils with their early literacy, numeracy, social development and day-to-day learning, helping to create a positive and inclusive learning environment.

What Your New Role Looks Like:

• Providing 1:1 and small group support for KS1 pupils with SEND.
• Supporting pupils with their early literacy and numeracy development.
• Assisting with classroom activities and delivering targeted interventions.
• Helping pupils develop confidence, independence and social skills.
• Supporting children with additional needs, which may include Autism (ASC), ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and social, emotional and mental health needs (SEMH).
• Working closely with the class teacher, SENCO and wider support team.
• Creating a positive, inclusive and nurturing learning environment.
• Encouraging engagement, participation and progress throughout the school day.
• Have previous experience working with children with SEND within a school setting
• Hold a Teaching Assistant qualification
• Have a good understanding of a range of special educational needs
• Be patient, empathetic, and passionate about supporting children to succeed
• Be confident managing behaviour and promoting positive outcomes
• Have excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

What You Get from Us:

• A dedicated consultant who focuses on your needs
• Market leading rate of pay
• Exclusive access to jobs via our partnership schools
• Ongoing professional development opportunities
• A supportive work environment
• Company pension scheme
• Full holiday entitlement