Teaching Assistant

Salutem Care & Education; West Kirby; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Term time only

Free online GP service

Wagestream

Refer-a-Friend scheme

Sovereign Health Care Plan

Canada Life Group Life Assurance

Blue Light Card

Blink app

Pension scheme

Free DBS check

Job summary

Cavendish View School in Liverpool is seeking enthusiastic Teaching Assistants to support pupils aged 5–11 with Autism Spectrum Condition and special educational needs. The role is fixed-term maternity cover with term-time only hours across various shifts.

Benefits include free 24/7 GP access, Wagestream pay on demand, a wellness and life assurance package, pension scheme, DBS checks, and staff recognition schemes. Join a values-driven, supportive team.

Qualifications

• Support the class teacher to deliver high-quality education for all students
• Provide individual or group support to enable curriculum access for ASC/SEN students
• Assist with organising classroom resources, groupings, displays to create a stimulating learning environment

Responsibilities

• To support the class teacher in order to ensure the delivery of a high-quality education for all students
• To provide relevant and appropriate support to students, on an individual or group basis, in order to enable them to access the curriculum as independently as possible
• To support the class teacher in organising the classroom, its resources, student groupings and displays to provide a stimulating learning situation appropriate for students with ASC / /SCLN /Complex Needs
• Work with and manage sensory needs, enabling learners with a 'sensory diet' and / or to adopt self-regulatory strategies as appropriate and advised by the professional team.
• Assist some learners in developing or refining their 'independence' skills, which may be inclusive of assisting with personal care elements.

Job description

About The Company

Cavendish View School provides a nurturing and stimulating education for pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition (A.S.C) and special education needs (S.E.N) from the ages of 5 to 11 years.

We provide every child with an exceptional educational experience which is enjoyable, stimulating and supportive, enabling them to reach their full potential. We are a small school but we have big ideas and do not set limits on what our children can both aspire to and achieve. Our goal is to give the children at Cavendish View School a window on the wider world.

Pupils benefit from a multi-disciplinary team consisting of teachers, a family liaison officer, teaching assistants, a speech and language therapist, an occupational therapist and a mental health practitioner.

We are proud to be recognised as a Top Employer United Kingdom 2026 and one of the Top 10 Global Inspiring Workplaces 2026—a reflection of our commitment to creating an environment where people feel valued, supported, and empowered to thrive.

About The Role

We are looking for enthusiastic Teaching Assistants to support Cavendish school in Liverpool with students aged 5-11 years with Autism Spectrum Condition (A.S.C) and special education needs (S.E.N) from the ages of 5 to 11 years.

Fixed term: Maternity Cover

Term Time Only

Various Shifts and Hours available

Benefits

• - Term time only working
• - FREE Online 24/7 GP Service for you and your family from a GP who can prescribe
• - Wagestream – where any day can be a payday
• - Refer-a-Friend Scheme - Instantly earn points and cash rewards
• - Sovereign Health Care Plan
• - Canada Life, Group Life Assurance
• - Blue Light Card
• - Blink, our internal communications app
• - Pension scheme
• - Free DBS check (Disclosure and Barring Service)

Responsibilities

• To support the class teacher in order to ensure the delivery of a high-quality education for all students
• To provide relevant and appropriate support to students, on an individual or group basis, in order to enable them to access the curriculum as independently as possible
• To support the class teacher in organising the classroom, its resources, student groupings and displays to provide a stimulating learning situation appropriate for students with ASC / /SCLN /Complex Needs
• Work with and manage sensory needs, enabling learners with a 'sensory diet' and / or to adopt self-regulatory strategies as appropriate and advised by the professional team.
• Assist some learners in developing or refining their 'independence' skills, which may be inclusive of assisting with personal care elements.

Our Values

Our values shape the way we work. We are Supportive, Ambitious, Loyal, Unique, Transparent, Engaging and Meaningful in everything we do.

We believe in creating opportunities, encouraging independence and ensuring the people we support have the opportunity to live the life they choose.

Why Choose Salutem?

We want our people to feel supported, valued and able to thrive — both at work and outside of it.

Emotional Support 24/7 Employee Assistance, mental health resources, meditation apps and bereavement support.

Health & Wellbeing Free online GP access, Health Cash Plan, Cancer Cover and menopause support.

Financial Support Flexible pay through Stream, utility bill savings, MoneyHelper and Life Assurance.

Physical Wellbeing Online workouts, Cycle to Work scheme, gym discounts and National Trust activities.

Training You'll receive training, ongoing support and opportunities to develop your skills and career in social care.

Ready to make a difference? If you’re passionate about making a positive difference, we’d love to hear from you.

Safeguarding Commitment

At Salutem Care and Education, safeguarding is at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to protecting and promoting the welfare of the children, young people, and adults we support, and we expect all colleagues to share this commitment.

All appointments are subject to robust safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check (including relevant barred list checks where applicable), satisfactory references, and any other pre-employment checks required for the role.

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates who share our values and commitment to making a positive difference.

We are committed to ensuring that safeguarding is a top priority. Therefore, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), we will carry out online searches on shortlisted candidates as part of our due diligence process.