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Full-time SEND Teaching Assistant

Job title: Full-time SEND Teaching Assistant
Contract type: Temporary
Location: Liverpool
Industry: Primary SEND
Salary: £90 - £105 per day + Holiday entitlement, Sign up bonus
Reference: MDWSENDTA_1763120748
Contact name: Aspire People Limited
Contact email: Michelle.Dewhurst@aspirepeople.co.uk

Job description

Position: SEND Teaching Assistant - Full-time
Location: Wavertree, Liverpool
Start Date: ASAP - April 2026
Salary: £90 - £105 per day (Salary dependent on experience)

Aspire People are working with a large, inclusive Primary School in Wavertree, Liverpool, who are seeking a committed and compassionate SEND Teaching Assistant to provide support for children with SEND across KS2. This rewarding, full-time position is to start as soon as possible and will continue until at least April 2026.

The successful candidate will play a key role in implementing an individualised support plan, working closely with the school SENDCo and external agencies to help the child achieve their personal and academic goals in line with their EHCP.

The role:

- Providing consistent, dedicated support for children with varied needs
- Assisting in implementing strategies outlined in the children's EHCP's and individualised support plan
- Working collaboratively with the class teacher, SENDCo, and external professionals (e.g., Educational Psychologists, Behaviour Support Teams)
- Supporting the pupils to develop self-regulation, social, and learning skills
- Encouraging positive behaviour through consistent routines and clear expectations
- Helping to maintain a calm, inclusive, and engaging learning environment

What we're looking for:

- Experience supporting children with SEND, particularly ASC
- A calm, patient, and nurturing approach to supporting children who may become dysregulated
- The ability to work proactively as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- A genuine passion for helping children overcome barriers to learning
- The ability to provide two professional references
- Have, or be willing to obtain, an Enhanced DBS check

What we offer:

- A supportive partnership with Aspire People, one of the UK's leading education recruitment agencies
- Long-term placements in local schools with opportunities to progress your career
- Competitive pay rates that reflect your experience and commitment
- Ongoing support and professional development from experienced education consultants
- Refer a Friend Bonus of £250
- Joining Bonus of £100 once you complete 10 days of work with us - no obligation!

If you're passionate about making a difference and supporting children with additional needs to thrive, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply below with your up-to-date CV.

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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.

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