Teaching Assistant – Full-Time

Aura Education Services; Thornton; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Aura Education Services is seeking a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to support pupils with special educational needs in a school setting in Liverpool (L23 area). You will provide 1:1 and small-group support, adapt activities to individual needs, promote positive behaviour and help pupils feel safe, understood and confident in the classroom.

The role requires patience, empathy and teamwork, with collaboration alongside teachers, the SENCO and other professionals to implement individual

Qualifications

• Provides 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEND
• Supports children with Autism, ADHD, communication and sensory needs
• Adapts activities to meet individual abilities and learning styles
• Promotes positive behaviour and emotional regulation
• Supports independence and participation in classroom activities
• Works with teachers and SENCO to implement education plans
• Maintains a safe, inclusive classroom environment

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support for SEND pupils
• Adapt learning activities to meet individual needs
• Promote positive behaviour and emotional regulation
• Support independence, confidence and participation in classroom activities
• Collaborate with teachers, SENCO and other professionals to implement education plans
• Maintain a safe, structured learning environment

Skills

1:1 support

Small-group support

Patience

Empathy

Teamwork

Behaviour management

Adaptability

Communication skills

Education

Teaching Assistant qualification

SEND qualification

Equivalent practical experience

Job description

Teaching Assistant – Full-Time

Location: L23, Liverpool

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm

Recruitment Agency: Aura Education

Aura Education is recruiting a dedicated and compassionate SEND Teaching Assistant to support pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) within a school in the L23 area of Liverpool.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about inclusive education and helping children with additional needs overcome barriers to learning. We are looking for an individual who can provide tailored support, encourage independence and help pupils feel safe, understood and confident in the classroom.

The Role

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEND, helping them engage with lessons and achieve their individual learning goals.
• Supporting children with needs such as Autism (ASC), ADHD, communication difficulties, sensory processing needs and social, emotional and behavioural challenges, where applicable.
• Adapting learning activities and resources to meet pupils' individual abilities and learning styles.
• Promoting positive behaviour, emotional regulation and the development of social skills.
• Using patience, empathy and appropriate strategies to support pupils who may experience anxiety, frustration or difficulties with transitions.
• Encouraging independence, confidence and participation in classroom activities.
• Working collaboratively with teachers, the SENCO and other professionals to support pupils' individual education and development plans.
• Helping to maintain a safe, structured, inclusive and nurturing learning environment.

The Ideal Candidate

• Has a genuine passion for supporting children and young people with SEND.
• Has experience working with pupils with additional needs, either in a school, specialist provision or another relevant setting.
• Demonstrates patience, empathy, resilience and a calm, positive approach.
• Understands the importance of adapting communication and support to meet individual needs.
• Can build trusting relationships with pupils while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries.Is confident supporting positive behaviour and encouraging emotional and social development.
• Works effectively as part of a team and communicates well with teaching staff.
• Holds a relevant Teaching Assistant or SEND qualification or has equivalent practical experience (desirable).