Join Our Team as an SEN Learning Support Assistant – Wirral
Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of young people? Do you have experience supporting students with Special Educational Needs, or are you a motivated graduate eager to start a rewarding career in education? If so, we want to hear from you!
Teaching Personnel is proud to work in partnership with a wide range of secondary schools, secondary SEN provisions, and primary SEN schools across the Wirral. Our partner schools are seeking dedicated, compassionate, and reliable SEN Learning Support Assistants to join their teams on a long-term basis from January 2026.
The Role:
As an SEN Learning Support Assistant, you will:
- Provide 1:1 and small-group support to students with a variety of SEN needs (including ASC, ADHD, MLD, SEMH and physical needs).
- Help create an inclusive, positive, and engaging learning environment.
- Work alongside skilled teachers and support staff to deliver tailored learning plans.
- Assist with behaviour regulation, emotional support, and classroom adaptations.
- Play a vital role in boosting students’ confidence, independence, and academic progress.
Why This Role Is Perfect for You:
- Ideal for candidates with previous SEN experience.
- Fantastic opportunity for psychology, counselling, education, or health & social care graduates seeking a pathway into teaching or specialist support.
- Access to ongoing CPD, training courses, and career development through Teaching Personnel.
- Chance to build long-term relationships and gain valuable school-based experience.
Pay & Details:
- Start Date: January 2026
- Pay Rate: £90–£100 per day (depending on experience)
- Contract: Long-term placements with potential to become permanent
- Location: Schools across the Wirral (secondary mainstream, secondary SEN, primary SEN)
What We’re Looking For:
- A caring, patient and resilient individual.
- Experience with SEN or a strong desire to learn and develop.
- Ability to work effectively with students aged 5–16.
- A commitment to safeguarding and promoting student welfare.
- Availability for full-time, long-term work from January.
Interested? Apply Today!
Take the next step in your education career and become a valued member of our SEN support community. Submit your CV or contact Teaching Personnel’s Wirral team to find out more.
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All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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