SEND Teaching Assistant

January 2027 Start | Temp-to-Perm Opportunity | Seaforth, Liverpool

Teaching Personnel is working exclusively with a small primary school in Seaforth to recruit a SEND Teaching Assistant to provide dedicated support for a Year 1 pupil with Down Syndrome. This is an exciting opportunity to join a nurturing school environment where inclusion, personalised learning, and pupil wellbeing are at the heart of everything they do.

About the School

This small, community-focused primary school prides itself on creating a warm, nurturing, and inclusive environment where every child is encouraged to achieve their full potential. Staff work collaboratively to ensure pupils receive the individual support they need, making the school an ideal setting for professionals who are passionate about SEND and child-centred education.

The leadership team is highly supportive and values the contribution of teaching assistants, recognising the vital role they play in helping pupils thrive both academically and socially.

The Role

As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will provide tailored one-to-one support for a Year 1 pupil with Down Syndrome, helping them access learning, develop communication and social skills, and build confidence within the classroom environment.

Working alongside the class teacher and SENCO, you will play a key role in implementing personalised learning strategies and helping to create positive educational experiences every day.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated one-to-one support for a Year 1 pupil with Down Syndrome
• Adapt learning activities to meet the pupil's individual needs
• Encourage engagement, independence, and participation in classroom activities
• Support communication, social interaction, and emotional development
• Implement strategies outlined in EHCPs and support plans where applicable
• Monitor progress and provide feedback to teaching staff
• Foster a positive, safe, and inclusive learning environment
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SEND professionals, and parents

Essential Requirements

We would love to hear from candidates who have:

• Previous experience supporting children with SEND in a school, nursery, or care setting
• A genuine passion for inclusive education
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to build positive, trusting relationships with children
• Patience, resilience, and a nurturing approach
• An understanding of additional learning needs and child development
• Relevant Teaching Assistant qualifications (desirable but not essential)

Experience supporting children with Down Syndrome, speech and language needs, or developmental delays would be advantageous.

Professional Development

At Teaching Personnel, we are committed to helping educators develop their careers.

Successful applicants will benefit from:

• Access to industry-leading CPD and training courses
• SEND-specific professional development opportunities
• Safeguarding and compliance training
• Advice and support from experienced education recruitment specialists
• Career progression opportunities within schools across the region

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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