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SEND Learning Support Practitioner (LSP) Bank Staff

Location:

Liverpool and Surrounding Areas
Job Type: Flexible Bank Staff Opportunities
Salary:
Competitive Rates of Pay

Teacher Active is proud to be working with a number of outstanding SEND Specialist Provisions across Liverpool, supporting children and young people with a wide range of additional needs. We are currently looking to recruit dedicated, compassionate, and resilient Learning Support Practitioners (LSPs) to join our growing bank team.

This is an exciting opportunity to work in specialist educational settings that support pupils with a variety of needs including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), Physical Disabilities, Down Syndrome, Sensory Impairments, Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) and other complex learning needs. We also work closely with SEMH provisions, supporting young people who have experienced trauma, display challenging behaviour, or struggle with emotionally-based school avoidance.

Whether you are looking for flexible work around existing commitments or seeking to gain valuable experience within SEND education, we would love to hear from you.

As a SEND Learning Support Practitioner, you will play a vital role in supporting pupils both inside and outside the classroom, helping them access learning, develop confidence, and achieve their individual goals.

• Experience working with children or young people with SEND and/or SEMH needs
• A calm, patient, and nurturing approach
• Confidence supporting individuals with challenging behaviour and emotional regulation needs
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable learners
• At least 6 months experience within education, care, youth work, support work, or similar settings (essential)

• Support pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
• Assist teachers in delivering engaging and accessible learning activities
• Encourage positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing
• Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils who may have experienced barriers to education
• Support students with communication, social interaction, sensory needs, and personal development
• Promote a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment
• Adapt your approach to meet a wide range of individual needs and abilities

• Competitive pay, paid weekly
• Ongoing CPD opportunities and support
• Flexible working arrangements to suit your schedule
• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7
• Referral scheme Receive up to £200 when you refer a friend Terms and Conditions apply

Ready to join a team that makes a difference?

Teacher Active is one of the UKs leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

Teacher Active is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, s and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.

Salary: £100.00 – £120/day

Job Type: Permanent

Location: Liverpool