Teaching Assistant

REESON Education; St Helens; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Early Friday finish

Full-time, long-term role

Support from Reeson Education

Job summary

Reeson Education is currently recruiting a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming mainstream primary school in St Helens. This is a full-time, long-term opportunity starting ASAP, with the potential for a permanent position within the school for the right candidate.

The school has a strong commitment to inclusion and provides a supportive, nurturing environment where every child is encouraged to reach their full potential.

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting children with SEMH, PLMD, SEN, or additional learning needs.
• A calm, patient, and empathetic approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• The ability to build positive, trusting relationships with pupils who require additional support.
• Confidence in supporting pupils with emotional regulation and behaviour.
• A genuine commitment to helping children develop both academically and personally.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with SEMH, PLMD, and additional learning needs.
• Support pupils with their learning, communication, emotional regulation, and engagement.
• Work closely with the class teacher to adapt activities and learning materials to meet individual needs.
• Use a calm, patient, and consistent approach when supporting behaviour and emotional regulation.
• Help create a safe, structured, and positive classroom environment.
• Encourage pupils to develop independence, confidence, social skills, and a positive attitude towards learning.
• Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils and school staff.
• Support pupils in accessing the curriculum and participating fully in school life.

Skills

SEMH experience

PLMD experience

SEN experience

Emotional regulation

Communication

Teamwork

Patience

Calm demeanor

Job description

Reeson Education is currently recruiting for a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming mainstream primary school in St Helens.

This is a full-time, long-term opportunity starting ASAP, with the potential for a permanent position within the school for the right candidate.

The school has a strong commitment to inclusion and provides a supportive, nurturing environment where every child is encouraged to reach their full potential. In this role, you will work closely with pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PLMD), helping them access learning, develop confidence, and regulate their emotions within a structured classroom environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide tailored 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with SEMH, PLMD, and additional learning needs.
• Support pupils with their learning, communication, emotional regulation, and engagement.
• Work closely with the class teacher to adapt activities and learning materials to meet individual needs.
• Use a calm, patient, and consistent approach when supporting behaviour and emotional regulation.
• Help create a safe, structured, and positive classroom environment.
• Encourage pupils to develop independence, confidence, social skills, and a positive attitude towards learning.
• Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils and school staff.
• Support pupils in accessing the curriculum and participating fully in school life.

The Ideal Candidate

The school is looking for someone who is patient, caring, resilient, and passionate about supporting children with additional needs.

You will ideally have:

• Previous experience supporting children with SEMH, PLMD, SEN, or additional learning needs.
• A calm, patient, and empathetic approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• The ability to build positive, trusting relationships with pupils who require additional support.
• Confidence in supporting pupils with emotional regulation and behaviour.
• A genuine commitment to helping children develop both academically and personally.
• The ability to remain calm and consistent when faced with challenging situations.
• Availability to commit to a full-time, long-term role.

What's on Offer

• Full-time, long-term position with the potential for a school contract.
• A welcoming and supportive mainstream primary school in St Helens.
• Strong SEN provision and a nurturing school environment.
• Early Friday finish while receiving full pay.
• Valuable experience supporting pupils with complex needs within a mainstream setting.
• Competitive hourly rate and consistent, ongoing work.
• Dedicated support from Reeson Education throughout your placement.
• The opportunity to make a genuine difference to the lives of children with additional needs.

If you are an experienced or aspiring Teaching Assistant who is passionate about helping children with additional needs thrive, this could be an excellent opportunity to develop your experience within a supportive primary school in St Helens.

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Please note, where a salary or daily rate range is stated, the higher rate applies to candidates who meet the enhanced experience, training or qualification requirements specified within the advert. All daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07%