Teaching Assistant - SEND Support & After-School Provision

Vetro Recruitment; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Career progression

Access to training networks

Job summary

Vetro Recruitment in Liverpool is seeking a devoted Teaching Assistant to support SEND pupils and contribute to after-school provision within a welcoming school.

You will work closely with teachers to deliver personalised learning, encourage independence, and foster positive behaviour, relationships with families, and a supportive learning environment.

A nurturing, patient approach and commitment to inclusive practice are essential, with opportunities for professional development within the trust.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEND and additional needs.
• Excellent communication, literacy, and numeracy skills.
• A nurturing, patient, and adaptable approach, with the ability to build positive relationships.
• A commitment to promoting independence and inclusive practice.
• Full UK driving licence and eligibility to work in the UK (DBS checks).

Responsibilities

• Providing high-quality support for children with SEND to promote their independence and confidence.
• Assisting in the delivery of personalised learning programmes tailored to individual needs.
• Supporting children during classroom activities and after-school club sessions, fostering positive behaviour and engagement.
• Building trusting relationships with children, families, and colleagues to ensure a supportive learning environment.

Skills

SEND support

Communication skills

Patience

Adaptability

Behaviour support

Job description

Job Title: Teaching Assistant – SEND Support & After-School Provision

Location: Liverpool, Merseyside

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant to join our welcoming school in Liverpool.

Key Responsibilities

As a Teaching Assistant based in Liverpool your daily duties will include:

• Providing high-quality support for children with SEND to promote their independence and confidence.
• Assisting in the delivery of personalised learning programmes tailored to individual needs.
• Supporting children during classroom activities and after-school club sessions, fostering positive behaviour and engagement.
• Building trusting relationships with children, families, and colleagues to ensure a supportive learning environment.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEND and additional needs.
• Excellent communication, literacy, and numeracy skills.
• A nurturing, patient, and adaptable approach, with the ability to build positive relationships.
• A commitment to promoting independence and inclusive practice.
• Full UK driving licence and eligibility to work in the UK (full compliance with DBS checks).

Benefits & Work Environment

• Competitive salary with regular pay reviews.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Supportive, inclusive working environment with a dedicated team.
• Access to wider training and professional networks through a multi-academy trust.
• Genuinely rewarding role where every child matters and every staff member can make a difference.

Vetro is an equal opportunities employer, and decisions are made on merit alone.