Teaching Assistant – SEND – Primary

Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant (SEND TA)

Location: Wirral, Merseyside

Job Description

Our client, a well-resourced and modern school in the Wirral, is seeking a caring and committed Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant (SEND TA) to support a specific pupil with limited speech and independence skills. This role offers an opportunity to work within a dedicated team committed to improving children’s opportunities and development.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting a pupil with their social, communication, and learning needs through one-to-one and small group work.
• Assisting in the development of communication, social interaction, attention, and early literacy and mathematical skills.
• Supporting the pupil within the classroom environment alongside their peers to promote inclusion and engagement.
• Building positive relationships with pupils and supporting their personal development in line with their care plan.

Requirements & Qualifications

• An NVQ Level 3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning or equivalent qualification.
• Experience working with children with speech, language, and communication needs or other SEND.
• Mandatory compliance with an enhanced DBS check and eligibility to work in the UK.
• Paediatric First Aid certification or willingness to complete the training.

Benefits & Work Environment

• Supportive and inclusive school community with excellent professional development opportunities.
• Modern, well-resourced environment with a dedicated leadership team committed to continuous improvement.
• Opportunities for flexible working arrangements, including job share.

We are an equal opportunities employer, and decisions are made on merit alone.

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