Teaching Assistant Level 2 with SEN

Knowsley Council; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 16,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

St Laurence’s Catholic Primary School in Knowsley is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant Level 2 with SEN to support a pupil in year 5 under an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). This temporary position is 25 hours per week across 46 weeks per year (term time with a workback element).

You will work closely with the class teacher and SENDCo to deliver a personalised Provision Plan and promote independence and communication development.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with Special Educational Needs (SEN)
• Ability to promote independence, communication and social interaction
• Patient, flexible and resilient with a nurturing approach
• Experience supporting pupils with EHCPs is desirable

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support for pupils with SEND, promoting independence, confidence and engagement
• Work closely with the class teacher and SENDCo to deliver and adapt a personalised Provision Plan
• Support the development of communication and interaction skills, including language development
• Help the pupil to engage positively with peers and adults
• Promote cognition and learning across curriculum areas such as reading, writing and maths
• Plan and adapt provision to meet sensory and learning needs
• Contribute to creating a safe, nurturing and inclusive learning environment
• Show initiative and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Job description

We are looking for driven and passionate people to work with us to deliver real benefits for children and families in Knowsley.

• Contract: Temporary
• Working Pattern: Part Time/Term Time
• Hours: 25 hours per week. 46 weeks per year.
• Closing Date: 06/11/2026 at 17:00
• Reference: SVP 0939

Role: Teaching Assistant Level 2 with SEN Allowance

(Supporting a pupil in year 5)

Pay Scale: Pay Band D / SCP 5–6
£26,427 - £26,847 pro rata per annum
Plus SEN Allowance: £1,539 pro rata per annum

Actual Salary: £16,234 - £16,492 per annum
Actual SEN Allowance: £945 per annum

Contracted Hours: 25 hours per week / 46 weeks per year (term time and workback element)
Temporary contract – to commence as soon as possible

The Governors of St Laurence’s Catholic Primary School wish to appoint a dedicated and suitably qualified Teaching Assistant to support pupils in reception with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP).

We are seeking a committed, enthusiastic and proactive individual who is passionate about supporting children with additional needs and enabling them to thrive.

The Role

The successful candidate will:

• Provide 1:1 support for pupils with SEND, promoting independence, confidence and engagement
• Work closely with the class teacher and SENDCo to deliver and adapt a personalised Provision Plan
• Support the development of communication and interaction skills, including language development
• Help the pupil to engage positively with peers and adults
• Promote cognition and learning across curriculum areas such as reading, writing and maths
• Plan and adapt provision to meet sensory and learning needs
• Contribute to creating a safe, nurturing and inclusive learning environment
• Show initiative and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team

The Ideal Candidate Will

• Have experience of working with children with Special Educational Needs (experience with needs such as communication difficulties or ADHD would be advantageous)
• Demonstrate high expectations and a commitment to raising outcomes for all pupils
• Be skilled in supporting children to develop independence, communication and social interaction
• Be patient, flexible and resilient, with a positive and nurturing approach

This is a temporary position linked to EHCP funding and will cease if:

• The pupil leaves the school, or
• The allocated EHCP provision is reduced or withdrawn

Safeguarding

St Laurence’s Catholic Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will be required to:

• Undertake an enhanced DBS check
• Provide evidence of eligibility to work in the UK
• Undergo an online search in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education

The successful candidate will be expected to sign a CES contract. Applications must be made using the CES application form (available from www.cesew.org.uk).