SEN Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant

Agency: Teaching Personnel

Location: Rock Ferry, Birkenhead (CH42)

Start Date: As soon as possible

Rate of Pay: From £13.75 per hour

About the role

We are delighted to announce that Teaching Personnel is currently working with a warm and welcoming primary school based in Rock Ferry that is seeking a committed 1:1 Teaching Assistant to join their supportive staff team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about making a meaningful impact on a child's educational journey, while also developing their own skills and experience. The successful candidate will provide dedicated 1:1 support, helping a young learner thrive both academically and personally.

Your Responsibilities will include:

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support to a Year 3 pupil within a nurturing school environment.
• Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to deliver tailored learning activities and communication strategies.
• Support the pupil’s academic progression, social development, and emotional wellbeing.
• Assist with implementing personalised support plans, including sensory needs and alternative communication methods.
• Promote an inclusive classroom environment aligned with the school’s values of compassion, respect, and care.
• Contribute to wider classroom activities as needed, ensuring a positive and engaging learning experience for all pupils.
• Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils, staff, and parents/carers.
• Benefit from the opportunity to develop new skills and gain valuable experience within a supportive primary school community in Rock Ferry.

About the school:

• A friendly, inclusive community primary school based in Rock Ferry, Birkenhead.
• Guided by a strong school motto, the school is committed to nurturing confident, curious and successful learners.
• Led by Headteacher a dedicated headteacher, with a strong focus on building positive relationships between staff, pupils and families.
• Offers an exciting, aspirational curriculum that promotes curiosity, problem solving, and a love of learning.
• Known for its caring, family‑oriented ethos, supporting the development of the whole child.
• Behaviour expectations emphasise being Ready, Respectful and Safe, creating a positive and safe learning environment.
• Rated Good by Ofsted in all areas.
• Serves a diverse community, with a strong focus on inclusion and support.

What We Are Looking For

• Experience in similar roles, such as supporting children in education or care settings.
• Experience working with children who have additional or special educational needs.
• An understanding, patient, and child‑focused approach to supporting learning.
• An Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).
• Minimum qualification of GCSE Grade C (or equivalent) in English and Maths.

Why Choose Teaching Personnel

• Competitive pay, with weekly pay cycles for convenience.
• Access to exclusive, accredited CPD courses and specialist training to support your professional development.
• Opportunity to complete a Paediatric First Aid qualification.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated internal consultant who understands your needs and career goals.
• Access to long‑term roles, with potential for permanent placements within our partner schools.

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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