SEN Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel:

Role: SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Knotty Ash, L14

Contract: Temporary, with the potential for permanent

Working Hours: Full time

Start Date: September 2026

Pay Rate: £14.25 – £15.00 per hour (depending on experience)

About the Role

Teaching Personnel is working in partnership with a welcoming and inclusive community primary school in Knotty Ash, seeking a Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teaching Assistant to join their team from September 2026.

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone passionate about supporting children with additional needs and making a meaningful impact on their educational journey.

You will work closely with class teachers, the SENCO, and other support staff to provide tailored assistance to pupils with a range of special educational needs, including autism spectrum condition (ASC), ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and social-emotional challenges.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver 1:1 support for pupils with EHCPs (Education, Health and Care Plans)
• Facilitate small group interventions focused on literacy, numeracy, and social skills
• Assist with classroom activities, adapting materials to meet individual needs
• Support pupils in managing behaviour and emotional regulation
• Monitor and record pupil progress, reporting to the SENCO and class teacher
• Promote inclusion and encourage independence in learning

Ideal Candidate Profile

We are looking for someone who is:

• Experienced in working with children with SEND, either in educational or care settings
• Patient, empathetic, and resilient, with a genuine passion for helping children thrive
• Adaptable and proactive, able to respond to changing needs and situations
• A strong communicator with both children and adults, including parents and staff
• Knowledgeable about safeguarding and child protection procedures
• Qualified with relevant certifications such as CACHE Level 2/3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning (desirable but not essential)

What We Offer

By joining Teaching Personnel, you’ll benefit from:

• Competitive pay of £14.25 – £15.00 per hour, paid directly via PAYE (no umbrella deductions)
• A dedicated recruitment consultant to support your career journey
• Access to a wide range of roles (long-term, short-term, and permanent)
• Free CPD courses (e.g., Autism Awareness, Team Teach, Safeguarding)
• Access to the myTP platform for timesheets, job alerts, and communication

Apply Now

If you're ready to make a difference and start a fulfilling role in September 2026, we’d love to hear from you. Please contact Teaching Personnel or submit your application via our website.

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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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