Year 4 Teaching Assistant (General TA & 1:1 SEN Support)

Randstad UK; Knowsley; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad UK is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant for Year 4 in Stockbridge Village, Knowsley. The role combines general classroom support with 1:1 SEN assistance for students with ADHD, ASD, SEMH, and other needs. The successful candidate will work full-time, Monday to Friday, within KS2, and collaborate with teachers and specialists.

The position emphasizes a calm, proactive approach to behavior and learning, with DBS clearance required or in process. Competitive daily rate offered.

Qualifications

• Direct experience as a Primary Teaching Assistant in KS2.
• Proven SEN/SEND experience with ADHD, ASD, SEMH.
• Background as General TA, 1:1 TA, LSA, or SEN Assistant.
• Patient, adaptable, proactive in behaviour support, and relationship-building.
• Enhanced DBS registered on Update Service or willing to apply.

Responsibilities

• Deliver small-group interventions and 1 to 1 TA support aligned with the KS2 Primary National Curriculum.
• Support SEN/SEND pupils, implementing strategies for focus, emotional regulation, and behaviour management.
• Differentiate learning tasks for Year 4 pupils to build confidence in English, Maths, and wider curriculum subjects.
• Work collaboratively as a Classroom Assistant alongside the Class Teacher, SENCO, and external educational specialists.
• Maintain a calm, structured, and encouraging classroom environment to keep pupils engaged.

Skills

KS2 Experience

SEN Experience

Role Expertise

Personal Skills

Compliance

Job description

Year 4 Teaching Assistant (General TA & 1:1 SEN Support)

Job Title: Primary Teaching Assistant / Year 4 TA / SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Stockbridge Village, Knowsley, Merseyside (L28 / L36 - accessible from Huyton, Page Moss, Knotty Ash, West Derby, Croxteth & Liverpool)

Position Type: Full-Time, Term-Time Only (Long Term / Ongoing Contract)

Salary/Rate: Competitive (Daily Rate)

Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM

About the Role

A welcoming primary school in Stockbridge Village, Knowsley is looking for a dedicated Teaching Assistant (TA / LSA) for a full-time role in Year 4 (Y4 / KS2).

This versatile position offers a blended classroom experience:

• General Classroom Support: Assisting the Class Teacher with group work, core subjects (Maths, English, Reading), and overall classroom management in Year 4.

• 1:1 SEN Support: Providing targeted one-to-one assistance for children with Special Educational Needs (SEN / SEND) and Additional Learning Needs (ALN), including ADHD, ASD (Autism), and general learning difficulties.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver small-group interventions and 1 to 1 TA assistance aligned with the KS2 Primary National Curriculum.

• Support pupils with SEN / SEND, implementing strategies for focus, emotional regulation, and behaviour management.

• Differentiate learning tasks for Year 4 pupils to build confidence in English, Maths, and wider curriculum subjects.

• Work collaboratively as a Classroom Assistant alongside the Class Teacher, SENCO, and external educational specialists.

• Maintain a calm, structured, and encouraging classroom environment to keep pupils engaged.

Essential Criteria

• KS2 Experience: Direct experience as a Primary Teaching Assistant / TA in Key Stage 2 (KS2 Support).

• SEN Experience: Proven background working with SEN / SEND children, specifically supporting ADHD, ASD / Autism, or social, emotional, and mental health needs (SEMH).

• Role Expertise: Background as a General TA, 1:1 Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant (LSA), or Special Educational Needs Assistant.

• Personal Skills: Patient, adaptable, proactive in behaviour support, and confident in building strong relationships with young learners.

• Compliance: Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service (or willing to apply).