KS2 Teaching Assistant

Year 6 SEN Teaching Assistant – Catholic Primary School, Maghull

Start Date: Immediately after February Half Term
Role Type: Full‑time, ongoing
Location: Maghull

Are you passionate about making a real difference in a child’s learning journey?
A welcoming and community‑focused Catholic primary school in Maghull is seeking a dedicated, nurturing, and proactive Teaching Assistant to support a Year 6 pupil with Special Educational Needs.

✨ About the Role

You will work closely with one pupil in Year 6, providing 1:1 support that helps them access learning, build confidence, and thrive in their final year of primary school. This role is ideal for someone who is patient, encouraging, and committed to helping every child reach their full potential.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing tailored 1:1 support during lessons
• Implementing strategies from the child’s SEN support plan
• Supporting emotional regulation, confidence‑building, and independence
• Working collaboratively with the class teacher and SENCo
• Encouraging positive behaviour, resilience, and engagement
• Helping the pupil prepare smoothly for the transition to secondary school

About the School

This warm, nurturing Catholic school is proud of its strong sense of community and values. Staff work collaboratively, placing the wellbeing and development of pupils at the heart of everything they do. You’ll be joining a supportive team that celebrates every small step of progress.

⭐ We’re looking for someone who is:

• Compassionate, patient, and positive
• Experienced supporting pupils with SEN (or eager to learn)
• Able to build trusting relationships
• Calm, adaptable, and proactive
• Committed to safeguarding and inclusive practice

What the school offers:

• A friendly, welcoming staff team
• Supportive leadership and SENCo
• A chance to make a genuine impact in a child’s final primary year
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development