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Key Stage 2 SEN Teaching Assistant St Helens

Job details
Posting date: 11 July 2025
Salary: £85.0 to £100.0 per day
Additional salary information: £85-£100 per day
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 10 August 2025
Location: St. Helens, Merseyside, WA10 1UF
Company: Hays Specialist Recruitment
Job type: Temporary
Job reference: 4706572_1752231216

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Summary

Your new role
We are working with a primary school located in St Helens looking for an experienced Key Stage 2 SEN Teaching Assistant to start in September. This is a full-time temporary role with the opportunity to go permanent for the right candidate. We are looking for individuals who are confident, patient, compassionate and committed to supporting the educational progress of pupils, including those with SEN needs.
You will be working in the classroom helping children thrive in their learning environment whilst also providing one-to-one support and assisting small groups.
Your key duties:

  • Implement systems to manage difficult behaviour
  • Offer support to the classroom teacher
  • Encourage pupils to be focused and involved in all activities and learning
  • Observe and record children's progress, sharing insights with the teaching team
  • Support children's social, emotional, and physical development
  • Hold smaller support groups to assist in learning
  • Find new ways to engage students and adapt learning materials


What you'll need to succeed

  • DBS
  • Level 2 Teaching Assistant Desirable
  • Skills in communication, literacy & numeracy
  • SEN Teaching Assistant Qualification desirable
  • Attributes such as patience, empathy, creativity, and flexibility
  • Experience of working with children with different levels of needs
  • Transferable skills

    Please mention any other relevant experience that would help your application stand out when applying


What you'll get in return

  • A fixed-term contract with the possibility of extension or permanent employment
  • A dedicated consultant from Hays Education who will provide you with advice, guidance, and support throughout your placement
  • A competitive salary depending on your qualifications and experience
  • Work with a globally established company with a wide client network
  • Opportunity for job to turn permanent


What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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