Description

We are looking for a compassionate and dedicated Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teaching Assistant to join our supportive team in a Reception classroom. This full-time role involves working closely with a pupil who has an EHCP.

This role has the potential to develop into a medium to long-term placement for the right candidate, depending on the ongoing needs of the child and whether they remain in a mainstream setting.

Pay: £13.80 per hour, plus holiday pay.

Location: Aintree, L10

Start: Asap until July 2026

Hours: Monday to Friday- 8:30am-3:30pm

Responsibilities:

• Provide general classroom support to help pupils with SEN and ADHD access the curriculum
• Support children working below age-related expectations with a nurturing and patient approach
• Encourage positive behaviour and emotional regulation throughout the school day

Profile:

• Friendly, empathetic and motivating
• Strong regard for pupil safety-and well being
• Motivating with ability to engage pupils
• Good ability to manage behaviour

We can offer:

• Very competitive rates of pay
• Lucrative Refer a Friend Bonus scheme
• Commitment you your personal development including free training
• Pension contributions
• Annual Leave entitlement paid in every pay run

Qualifications & Experience:

• Minimum Level 2 qualification (Level 3 preferred but not essential)
• Experience working with SEN, particularly children whose communication, language and interaction skills are significantly below age-related expectations
• Ability to work closely with class staff and follow structured routines and support plans
• A Paediatric First Aid certificate.

All applicants must hold an enhanced DBS certificate (or allow us to process one for you) and be registered on the DBS update service. Candidates will be asked to provide a minimum of five years references and successfully pass all safeguarding checks

For more information or to discuss your application further call our office on 0151 924 2073

If this position isn't quite what you are looking for- we also recruit: Early Years/Nursery Staff, Creche Workers, Teachers, Teaching Assistants, 1:1 SEN/ Learning Support, EBD Learning Support, Support Workers, Residential Childcare Workers, Project Assistants (for homeless community), Housing Officers, Social Workers, Education Welfare Officers, Family Support Workers and Administrators.