Sen Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant – Primary School

Location: Garston, Liverpool (L19)
Start Date: September 2026
Pay: £14.25 – £15.50 per hour (dependent on experience)
Contract: Full-Time, Temporary (with potential to extend)

About the School

This welcoming and inclusive primary school in the Garston area is committed to supporting pupils with additional needs and creating a nurturing learning environment. The school has a strong SEN provision and a dedicated staff team who work collaboratively to ensure every child reaches their full potential. Behaviour support strategies and structured routines are at the heart of their approach, making this an excellent setting for experienced SEN practitioners.

Transport Links

The school is conveniently located in L19, with excellent transport connections including:

• Regular bus routes from Liverpool city centre and surrounding areas
• Close proximity to Liverpool South Parkway Station (rail and bus interchange)
• Easy access for drivers via main road links, with on-site or nearby parking available

The Role

Teaching Personnel are working in partnership with a primary school to recruit a SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with additional needs, including those displaying challenging behaviour.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEN
• Implement behaviour management strategies to support emotional regulation
• Assist the class teacher in delivering tailored learning activities
• Build strong, positive relationships with pupils to support engagement
• Monitor and report on pupil progress and wellbeing
• Support the creation of a safe, structured, and inclusive classroom environment

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for a resilient, confident and compassionate individual who:

• Has experience working in a Primary School SEN setting (essential)
• Has experience supporting pupils with challenging behaviour (highly desirable)
• Demonstrates strong behaviour management skills
• Is patient, adaptable, and proactive
• Can build strong rapport with pupils and staff
• Has a team-focused approach and a genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs

Benefits of Working Through Teaching Personnel

• Competitive weekly pay (£14.25–£15.50 per hour)
• Access to a wide range of CPD and training opportunities, including behaviour management and SEN courses
• A dedicated personal consultant to support you throughout your placement
• Flexible work options and opportunities for long-term placements
• Potential for the role to be extended or become permanent
• Access to our employee benefits package and wellbeing support

If you are an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding role in a supportive primary environment, we’d love to hear from you.

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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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