Year 1 SEN Teaching Assistant

Year 1 SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Woolton, Liverpool (L25)
Salary: £13.75 – £14.50 per hour (depending on experience)
Contract: Full-time, Temporary (with potential for permanent)
Start Date: February 2026

Are you passionate about supporting children with additional needs in their early years of education? Teaching Personnel is working in partnership with a welcoming primary school in Woolton seeking a Year 1 SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in a child’s learning journey.

About the Role

You will provide tailored support to pupils in Year 1 with special educational needs, including autism spectrum condition (ASC), ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and social-emotional challenges. Working closely with the class teacher and SENCO, you will help create an inclusive and nurturing learning environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver 1:1 support for pupils with EHCPs (Education, Health and Care Plans)
• Assist with classroom activities and adapt resources to meet individual needs
• Support pupils with emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies
• Monitor and record progress, reporting to the SENCO and class teacher
• Promote independence and inclusion within the classroom

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Experience supporting children with SEND in an educational or care setting
• Patient, empathetic, and resilient, with a genuine passion for helping children thrive
• Strong communication skills with pupils, staff, and parents
• Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures
• Relevant qualifications such as CACHE Level 2/3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning (desirable but not essential)

Benefits of Working Through Teaching Personnel

• Competitive pay, paid weekly via PAYE – no umbrella deductions
• Dedicated consultant to support your career journey
• Access to free CPD courses (Autism Awareness, Team Teach, Safeguarding)
• myTP platform for timesheets, job alerts, and communication
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles

Apply Now:
If you’re ready to make a difference and start a fulfilling role in Woolton, we’d love to hear from you!
Contact our recruitment team at Teaching Personnel or apply via our website today.

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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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