Teaching Assistant - SEND Provision

Location:

Wirral, Merseyside, UK

Job Description:

We are recruiting a SEND Teaching Assistant to support pupils with special educational needs and disabilities on a 1:1 basis and in small groups.

You'll work closely with teaching staff and the SENCO to help pupils access learning, build confidence, and make progress in a safe, inclusive environment.

• Support pupils with SEND 1:1 and in small groups
• Adapt learning materials and classroom activities to meet individual needs
• Encourage positive behaviour and promote inclusion within the classroom
• Monitor and record progress and feedback to teachers/SENCO
• Support social, emotional and communication development
• Assist with classroom preparation and maintaining a safe learning environment
• Work collaboratively with teachers, parents, therapists and external professionals
• Support personal care or medical needs where required
• Follow safeguarding and school policies at all times

• Experience supporting children (school, SEND or care setting)
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain)
• Right to work in the UK (sponsorship not available)

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