Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant – Specialist Secondary School (Complex Learning Difficulties)
Full-Time | Temporary (Potential for Permanent Role) | South Liverpool

Are you a compassionate and dedicated Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding role in a specialist secondary school? We are seeking a supportive and patient educator to assist students aged 11-19 with complex learning difficulties in a nurturing and inclusive environment.

This full-time, temporary position offers the potential to become permanent for the right candidate. The school is set in a beautiful part of South Liverpool, providing a calm and welcoming setting where students can thrive both academically and personally.

About the Role:

As a Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support students in the classroom and during individual learning sessions, adapting to their unique needs.
• Assist teachers in delivering lessons, using creative and engaging approaches to support students’ learning.
• Foster a nurturing and structured environment, helping students feel safe, valued, and motivated.
• Provide personalised support to students with a range of complex learning difficulties, ensuring they reach their full potential.
• Work closely with teachers, therapists, and other support staff to implement individualised learning plans.
• Encourage students’ social, emotional, and communication skills, promoting independence and confidence.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Experience working in specialist settings or supporting students with complex learning difficulties (desirable).
• A patient, empathetic, and resilient approach to supporting students.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with staff, students, and families.
• A passion for inclusive education and a commitment to helping every student succeed.
• A positive and proactive attitude, ready to adapt to students’ changing needs.

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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