SEN Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Speke, L24

Contract Type: Temporary (with the potential to go permanent)

Hours: Full Time

Start Date: January 2026

Pay Rate: £13.75 to £14.50 per hour (depending on experience)

A forward-thinking and inclusive primary school in Speke is seeking a dedicated and experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team. The school is committed to creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating learning environment where every child is supported to thrive. With a strong SEN provision and a collaborative staff culture, this is an ideal setting for professionals passionate about making a difference.

Role Responsibilities:

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Provide tailored 1:1 and small group support to pupils with a range of special educational needs including ASD, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and SEMH.
• Implement effective strategies to support learning, emotional regulation, and social development.
• Work closely with the class teacher, SENCO, and pastoral team to ensure inclusive access to the curriculum.
• Contribute to the creation of a positive and engaging learning environment.
• Support pupils with EHCPs and help monitor progress against individual targets.

The Ideal Candidate:

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has experience supporting children with SEN in a primary school setting.
• Holds a Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent).
• Demonstrates a calm, patient, and consistent approach to behaviour management.
• Is confident delivering interventions and adapting strategies to meet individual needs.
• Has excellent communication skills and builds strong relationships with pupils, staff, and families.
• Holds an up-to-date DBS on the Update Service (or is willing to apply for one).

Transport Links:

Speke is well-connected for commuting:

• Bus routes: Regular services to Liverpool city centre, Garston, and surrounding areas.
• Train access: Close to Liverpool South Parkway, offering Merseyrail and national rail connections.
• Road access: Easy reach via A561 and M62, with free on-site parking available.

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

Teaching Personnel offers a comprehensive support package:

• Competitive hourly pay, paid weekly via PAYE.
• A dedicated consultant to support your placement journey.
• Access to specialist CPD courses including Team Teach, Autism Awareness, and Safeguarding.
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles across Liverpool.
• Flexible work options to suit your lifestyle and experience.
• £50 refer-a-friend bonus scheme.
• Digital tools via myTP for easy admin and communication.

If you're passionate about supporting children with additional needs and want to work in a nurturing school environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now or contact Teaching Personnel’s Liverpool Primary Branch for more information.

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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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