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SEN Teaching Assistant

Job details
Posting date: 23 August 2025
Salary: £102 per day
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 19 September 2025
Location: Speke, Liverpool
Company: senploy
Job type: Contract
Job reference: 186406

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Summary

SEN Teaching Assistant - Specialist School, Knowsley

We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join a supportive and inclusive specialist school in Knowsley. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact by supporting children and young people with a range of additional needs.

In this role, you will be working across the school, providing both 1:1 and small group support. Pupils may have a variety of needs including Autism (ASD), ADHD, Moderate to Severe Learning Difficulties, and Social, Emotional & Mental Health needs. You will work alongside experienced teachers and support staff to create a safe, engaging, and nurturing learning environment.

The school values patience, resilience, and creativity - qualities that will help you support pupils both academically and emotionally. Prior experience within an SEN setting is highly desirable.

What the role offers:
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Full-time, term-time only position


Full-time, term-time only position
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£102 per day (paid weekly)


£102 per day (paid weekly)
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Long-term opportunity with the potential to become permanent


Long-term opportunity with the potential to become permanent
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Supportive leadership and tailored CPD opportunities


Supportive leadership and tailored CPD opportunities
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A chance to be part of a specialist setting making a real difference


A chance to be part of a specialist setting making a real difference

The ideal candidate will:
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Have prior experience working with children with SEN in a school or care setting


Have prior experience working with children with SEN in a school or care setting
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Be calm, patient, and adaptable to individual needs


Be calm, patient, and adaptable to individual needs
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Use creative approaches to engage and motivate learners


Use creative approaches to engage and motivate learners
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Be a strong communicator, able to work effectively with staff, pupils, and families


Be a strong communicator, able to work effectively with staff, pupils, and families

This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about supporting children with SEN to thrive in their education and beyond.

If this sounds like the right role for you, apply today to join this fantastic SEN school in Knowsley.

This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS (child and adult workforce), satisfactory references, and full compliance with KCSIE (2024) guidance and safer recruitment standards. Overseas police checks may be required where applicable. Educato Limited is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Educato Limited acts as an employment business in relation to this vacancy.

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