SEN Teaching Assistant

Full-Time 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant (TA)

• Location: Prescot, Liverpool
• Hourly rate: From £12.90 per hour
• Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent
• Start Date: 4th November - July 2025

Teaching Personnel are working on behalf of a primary school in Prescot, to source a dedicated and compassionate 1:1 Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teaching Assistant to join their supportive team. The role involves providing tailored support to a child with complex needs, helping them to achieve their full potential in a nurturing and inclusive environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide 1:1 support to a child with complex needs, adapting learning activities and resources to meet their individual requirements.
• Implement personalised strategies and interventions, following guidance from the class teacher, SENCO, and external specialists.
• Foster a positive and engaging learning environment, promoting the child’s social, emotional, and educational development.
• Monitor and record progress, providing regular feedback to the class teacher, SENCO, and parents/carers.
• Assist with personal care and physical needs, ensuring the child’s comfort and safety at all times.
• Support inclusion in the classroom and during playtimes, helping the child engage with peers and participate in school activities.

Essential Requirements:

• Previous experience working with children or adults with SEN, ideally with complex needs.
• Understanding of strategies for supporting children with communication, sensory, and behavioural difficulties.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a patient and caring approach.
• Ability to work flexibly as part of a team, taking initiative and adapting to the child’s changing needs.
• A commitment to promoting the child’s independence and wellbeing.

Desirable:

• Relevant qualifications in supporting teaching and learning, such as a Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification.
• Experience in using visual supports, PECS, Makaton, or similar communication aids.
• First Aid and/or Manual Handling training.

What School can Offer:

• A welcoming and inclusive school community.
• Ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Supportive leadership and access to specialist resources.
• A rewarding role where you can make a real difference in a child’s life.

If you are passionate about supporting children with complex needs and are committed to providing the highest standards of care and education, we would love to hear from you.

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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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