Sen Teaching Assistant

Experienced SEN Teaching Assistants

September 2026 Start

Speke, L24 | Liverpool | Full-Time Roles

Pay: £14.25 – £15.25 per hour (depending on experience)

Are you an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant ready for a new opportunity this September? Teaching Personnel is partnering with a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Speke, looking to appoint committed SEN TAs to support their expanding provision.

About the School

This friendly and inclusive primary school is highly regarded for its strong commitment to supporting pupils with additional needs. With a well-developed SEN provision, the school prioritises personalised support to ensure every child can thrive.

Staff work closely across year groups, creating a consistent and collaborative approach to SEND support. The environment is nurturing, structured, and well-resourced—ideal for SEN professionals who want to make a meaningful difference.

The Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Join a dedicated SEN support team, working across the school (primarily KS1)
• Provide tailored 1:1 support to pupils with a range of additional needs
• Support children with ASD, ADHD, SEMH needs, speech and language difficulties, and learning challenges
• Deliver targeted interventions and adapt classroom activities to suit individual learning styles
• Support EHCP targets and implement effective behaviour strategies
• Promote independence, engagement, and emotional wellbeing

This is a dynamic and rewarding role, offering variety and the opportunity to support different pupils while working within a strong, supportive team.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for individuals who:

• Have proven experience supporting children with SEND in a school setting
• Are confident delivering 1:1 support
• Have primary school experience (desirable)
• Are patient, resilient, and proactive in their approach
• Can build positive relationships with pupils and staff
• Have a solid understanding of behaviour management strategies
• Hold a relevant TA qualification (Level 2/3 or equivalent – desirable)

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive weekly PAYE pay
• Access to CPD, including specialist SEND training
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent positions
• Flexible working options where available
• Pension contributions

Transport Links

The school is easily accessible from across Liverpool:

• By car: Close to the A580 (East Lancashire Road) and M57, with straightforward routes from Croxteth, Kirkby, Huyton, and Prescot
• By bus: Regular services from Liverpool City Centre, Bootle, and surrounding areas
• By train: Nearby stations include Kirkby and Fazakerley, with short onward bus connections

Apply Now

If you're passionate about supporting children with additional needs and want to be part of a dedicated SEN team, apply today to secure your role for September 2026.

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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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