SEND Teaching Assistant
| Job title: | SEND Teaching Assistant |
| Contract type: | Temporary |
| Location: | St. Helens |
| Industry: | SEND |
| Salary: | £13.50 - £14.5 per hour |
| Reference: | HS - TA - WA9_1772788643 |
| Contact name: | Aspire People Limited |
| Contact email: | hannah@aspirepeople.co.uk |
Job description
Location: St Helens, MerseysideHourly Rate: £13.50 - £14.50 (depending on experience)
Start Date: ASAP
Position: Full-time & Part-time options available
Make a Real Difference in a SEND School!
Do you want a role where every day matters and the impact you make is seen and felt? Aspire People are thrilled to partner with a forward-thinking SEND primary school in St Helens, looking for a passionate Teaching Assistant to join their incredible team. Whether you're seeking full-time or part-time work, this is your chance to support children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) in a nurturing, inclusive environment.
At this school, children are encouraged to flourish, grow in confidence, and develop independence while cultivating a love of learning. If you're ready to be a key part of their journey, this role is calling your name!
What You'll Be Doing:
* Provide 1:1 or small group support tailored to the needs of primary-aged children with SEND.
* Support children facing challenges such as ASD, ADHD, SEMH, learning difficulties, and communication challenges.
* Collaborate with teachers and the SENDCo to create personalised learning plans, targeted interventions, and behaviour strategies.
* Use creative, sensory, and play-based approaches to make learning engaging and effective.
* Promote positive behaviour, emotional regulation, self-confidence, and independence in every student.
* Build strong partnerships with families, staff, and external professionals to ensure holistic support.
Who We're Looking For:
* Experience working with SEND students, ideally in a primary or specialist school (care sector or residential experience also welcome).
* Patient, kind, resilient, and enthusiastic, with a passion for helping children succeed.
* Skilled at building trusting relationships with students who need extra support.
* A team player with excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
* Committed to safeguarding, inclusion, and the wellbeing of all children.
* Must be able to provide professional references and either hold or be willing to apply for an Enhanced DBS check.
Why Join Aspire People?
* A dedicated consultant with SEND expertise to support you every step of the way.
* Competitive pay starting at £13.50 per hour, depending on experience.
* Access to SEND-focused CPD and training to grow your skills.
* Opportunities to work in fulfilling SEND settings across St Helens and Merseyside.
* Refer-a-friend bonuses: £100 for TAs, £250 for Teachers-help someone join and get rewarded!
Quick Info:
* Working hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM (full-time and part-time options)
* Pay: £13.50 - £14.50 per hour, depending on experience
* Free on-site parking and excellent public transport links
If you're a compassionate, committed, and energetic Teaching Assistant ready to make a lasting difference in the lives of children with SEND, we want to hear from you.
Apply now and join a school that truly cares!
INDTA
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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