Teaching Assistant

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SEND Teaching Assistant

by Ruby | Jun 15, 2026

Special Needs
Temp to Perm
Rixton and Woolston WA1
Posted 21 hours ago
£85.00 - £90.00 per day GBP / Year

Pay: £85.00 – £90.00 per day

The Role

As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and other professionals to support pupils with a variety of learning, communication, social, emotional and behavioural needs. You will help create a safe, engaging and inclusive learning environment where every child can thrive.

Key Responsibilities

Support pupils on a one-to-one basis and in small groups.
Assist in delivering personalised learning programmes and interventions.
Promote pupils’ independence, confidence and social development.
Support pupils with personal care needs where required.
Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists and parents/carers.
Monitor and record pupil progress and contribute to reviews and planning.
Encourage positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing.

Essential Requirements

Relevant qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning, Childcare, Education or a related field.
Previous experience working with children or young people with SEND.
Understanding of a range of special educational needs, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, Speech and Language Needs, and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Patience, resilience and a genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs.
Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Desirable Requirements

Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification.
Experience within a specialist SEND school or alternative provision setting.
Training in Autism, Behaviour Management, Team Teach, Makaton, PECS or similar approaches.
Experience supporting pupils with complex needs.

What We Offer

A supportive and welcoming team environment.
Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on young people’s lives.
Employee wellbeing support and staff benefits.

Work Location: In person

To apply for this job email your details to ***email_hidden***.

“If a child cannot learn the way you teach, then teach the way they learn”.

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