SEN Teaching Assistant

Location:

The Wrirral

Pay: £100-£120 per day, depending on experience

Contract:

Full-time, term-time

Start Date:

Immediate

Are you passionate about supporting young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and helping them develop the confidence, skills and independence to thrive?

This specialist school located on The Wirral is recruiting a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant / Learning Support Assistant. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive team and make a meaningful difference to students in Key Stages 3 and 4, at a school that is part of an established academy trust.

The school provides personalised education for students with additional needs, including those with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs). With bespoke small-group learning, dedicated sensory and regulation spaces, and strong partnerships with families and external professionals, the school helps students prepare for post-16 education, employment and independent adulthood.

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support tailored to individual needs.
• Support students with SEN and social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs.
• Help implement EHCP targets, learning activities and personalised interventions.
• Promote positive behaviour, emotional regulation and wellbeing.
• Encourage communication, confidence, social skills and independence.
• Work closely with teachers, families and external professionals to support student progress.
  
  Requirements

• Experience supporting children or young people, ideally in SEN or SEMH settings.
• A patient, empathetic and resilient approach.
• Confidence supporting behaviour and individual learning needs.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• A commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing.
• A Level 2 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning, or equivalent relevant experience, is desirable.

• £100-£120 per day, depending on experience.
• Full-time, term-time position.
• Supportive team within an established academy trust.
• Dedicated sensory and wellbeing facilities.
• Opportunities to develop a career in specialist SEN education.

Time Plan Education Group Limited is an Equal Opportunities Employer committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Appointments are subject to an Enhanced DBS check and two professional references.

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