Teaching Assistant - SEND

Aspire People Limited; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Refer a Friend Bonus

Joining Bonus after 10 days

Job summary

Aspire People are recruiting dedicated and experienced SEND Teaching Assistants to work across Sefton, Aintree and Maghull in welcoming primary schools. You will support children with additional needs, helping them access learning, develop wellbeing and become confident learners.

Role involves working with teachers and SENDCos to implement plans, promote inclusion and foster positive behaviour. DBS checks and references are required as part of safeguarding.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEND or additional needs.
• Caring, patient and empathetic approach.
• Ability to build positive relationships and gain the trust of pupils.
• Strong communication and behaviour management skills.
• Flexible, collaborative approach to working as part of a school team.
• Commitment to inclusion, safeguarding and children's welfare.
• Two professional references.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Provide targeted one-to-one and small-group support to pupils with SEND across KS1 and KS2.
• Support pupils to access the curriculum through appropriate strategies and differentiated activities.
• Work with class teachers and SENDCos to implement individual support plans and agreed strategies.
• Promote independence, confidence, positive behaviour and emotional well-being.
• Help pupils engage positively with learning and develop social skills.
• Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils and provide consistent support.
• Collaborate with teachers, support staff, parents and external professionals as needed.
• Support an inclusive classroom environment where every child can thrive.

Skills

SEND experience

Empathy & Patience

Relationship building

Communication

Behaviour management

Teamwork & collaboration

Job description

SEND Teaching Assistants - Opportunities Across Sefton, Aintree & Maghull

Position: SEND Teaching Assistant - Full-time

Locations: Sefton, Aintree & Maghull

Start Date: September 2026

SEND Teaching Assistants Wanted - September 2026

Aspire People are currently recruiting dedicated and experienced SEND Teaching Assistants to work across a range of welcoming and inclusive primary schools in Sefton, Aintree and Maghull.

These opportunities are ideal for Teaching Assistants who are passionate about supporting children with additional needs and want to make a meaningful difference to their education, development and wellbeing.

You’ll have the opportunity to work within supportive school environments where inclusion is at the heart of everything they do, helping pupils become confident, independent and successful learners.

The Role

As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you may be responsible for:

• Providing targeted one-to-one and small-group support to pupils with SEND across KS1 and KS2.
• Supporting pupils to access the curriculum through appropriate strategies, adaptations and differentiated activities.
• Working alongside class teachers and SENDCos to implement individual support plans and agreed strategies.
• Promoting independence, confidence, positive behaviour and emotional well-being.
• Helping pupils to engage positively with learning and develop their social skills.
• Building strong, trusting relationships with pupils and providing consistent support.
• Working collaboratively with teachers, support staff, parents and external professionals where appropriate.
• Supporting an inclusive classroom environment where every child has the opportunity to thrive.

What We're Looking For

We're keen to hear from Teaching Assistants who have:

• Previous experience supporting children with SEND or additional needs.
• A caring, patient and empathetic approach.
• The ability to build positive relationships and gain the trust of pupils.
• Strong communication and behaviour management skills.
• A flexible and collaborative approach to working as part of a school team.
• A genuine commitment to inclusion, safeguarding and children's welfare.
• The ability to adapt to different school environments and pupil needs.
• Two professional references.
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.

What We Offer

When you work with Aspire People, you’ll benefit from:

• A dedicated education consultant providing ongoing support throughout your placement.
• Competitive rates of pay based on experience and the role.
• Access to a variety of SEND opportunities across Sefton, Aintree and Maghull.
• The opportunity to work within supportive and inclusive school communities.
• Access to professional development and SEND-focused CPD opportunities.
• Local placements tailored to your experience, availability and career aspirations.
• £250 Refer a Friend Bonus.
• £100 Joining Bonus after completing 10 days of work - no obligation!

People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business.

Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.