SEND Teaching Assistant

SEND Teaching Assistant - Complex Needs

Location:

Various locations throughout South Liverpool

Start Date:

September 2026

Salary:
Competitive daily rates, depending on experience and qualifications

As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will provide tailored support for children with complex learning and physical needs, working closely with teachers and other professionals to create a safe, engaging and inclusive learning environment.

• Providing one-to-one and small group support to help pupils access learning.
• Supporting pupils with personal care, including toileting and changing where required.
• Assisting with mobility needs, including wheelchair transfers and hoisting.
• Delivering sensory and communication-based activities tailored to individual needs.
• Working collaboratively with teachers, therapists and healthcare professionals to support each child's learning and wellbeing.
• Building positive relationships that encourage confidence, independence and engagement.

We welcome applications from candidates with experience in care, education or support work who have a genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs.

This role would particularly suit:

• Care Assistants
• Support Workers
• Healthcare Assistants
• Teaching Assistants
• Anyone with experience supporting children or adults with complex needs who is looking to transition into education

• Experience supporting children or adults with complex learning and/or physical needs.
• Knowledge of medical needs such as PEG feeding, epilepsy, PICA or similar care requirements.
• Confidence providing personal care and supporting wheelchair users.
• A patient, caring and compassionate approach.
• The ability to follow individual care plans and work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.
• Two professional references.

• Competitive daily rates that reflect your experience and qualifications.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant.
• Access to long-term opportunities in schools across South Liverpool.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• £100 Joining Bonus after completing your first 10 days of work.
• £250 Refer a Friend Bonus when you recommend another education professional.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.