SEN - Sen Teaching Assistant
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 11 Mawrth 2026 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £14 yr awr |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 08 Ebrill 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Wirral, Metropolitan Borough of Wirral |
| Cwmni: | senploy |
| Math o swydd: | Dros dro |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 206262 |
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Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant - Post 16 (Long-Term Temporary - with Potential for Permanent Opportunities)
Location: Merseyside
Salary: Competitive hourly rate (dependent on experience)
Contract Type: Long-Term Temporary (with the possibility of a permanent role)
Start Date: ASAP / To be confirmed
About the Role
We are currently seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant (Post 16) to join a supportive and inclusive college in Merseyside. This is a long-term temporary position with the opportunity to become permanent for the right candidate.
The successful candidate will support post-16 students with Special Educational Needs (SEN), helping them to engage with their studies, build confidence, and develop the skills needed for further education, employment, and independent living.
Key Responsibilities
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Provide one-to-one and small group support for post-16 students with SEN.
Provide one-to-one and small group support for post-16 students with SEN.
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Assist students with a range of additional needs including autism, learning difficulties, and social/emotional needs.
Assist students with a range of additional needs including autism, learning difficulties, and social/emotional needs.
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Support learners in accessing lesson content and completing coursework.
Support learners in accessing lesson content and completing coursework.
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Encourage independence, confidence, and participation within the classroom environment.
Encourage independence, confidence, and participation within the classroom environment.
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Work collaboratively with teachers, SEN coordinators, and support staff to meet individual learning needs.
Work collaboratively with teachers, SEN coordinators, and support staff to meet individual learning needs.
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Help implement Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) where applicable.
Help implement Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) where applicable.
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Monitor student engagement and provide feedback to teaching staff.
Monitor student engagement and provide feedback to teaching staff.
The Ideal Candidate Will Have
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Experience supporting young people with Special Educational Needs, ideally in a post-16 or college setting.
Experience supporting young people with Special Educational Needs, ideally in a post-16 or college setting.
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A patient, empathetic, and supportive approach.
A patient, empathetic, and supportive approach.
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
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The ability to build positive relationships with students and staff.
The ability to build positive relationships with students and staff.
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A proactive, flexible, and positive attitude.
A proactive, flexible, and positive attitude.
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Relevant qualifications in education, childcare, or SEN support (desirable but not essential).
Relevant qualifications in education, childcare, or SEN support (desirable but not essential).
What We Offer
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A welcoming and supportive college environment.
A welcoming and supportive college environment.
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Opportunity to gain valuable experience supporting post-16 learners.
Opportunity to gain valuable experience supporting post-16 learners.
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Ongoing support and professional development.
Ongoing support and professional development.
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Potential for permanent employment for the right candidate.
Potential for permanent employment for the right candidate.
If you are passionate about supporting young people with additional needs and helping them succeed in further education, we would love to hear from you.
How to Apply
Please submit your CV along with a short covering statement outlining your relevant experience and interest in the role.
Location: Merseyside
Salary: Competitive hourly rate (dependent on experience)
Contract Type: Long-Term Temporary (with the possibility of a permanent role)
Start Date: ASAP / To be confirmed
About the Role
We are currently seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant (Post 16) to join a supportive and inclusive college in Merseyside. This is a long-term temporary position with the opportunity to become permanent for the right candidate.
The successful candidate will support post-16 students with Special Educational Needs (SEN), helping them to engage with their studies, build confidence, and develop the skills needed for further education, employment, and independent living.
Key Responsibilities
-
Provide one-to-one and small group support for post-16 students with SEN.
Provide one-to-one and small group support for post-16 students with SEN.
-
Assist students with a range of additional needs including autism, learning difficulties, and social/emotional needs.
Assist students with a range of additional needs including autism, learning difficulties, and social/emotional needs.
-
Support learners in accessing lesson content and completing coursework.
Support learners in accessing lesson content and completing coursework.
-
Encourage independence, confidence, and participation within the classroom environment.
Encourage independence, confidence, and participation within the classroom environment.
-
Work collaboratively with teachers, SEN coordinators, and support staff to meet individual learning needs.
Work collaboratively with teachers, SEN coordinators, and support staff to meet individual learning needs.
-
Help implement Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) where applicable.
Help implement Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) where applicable.
-
Monitor student engagement and provide feedback to teaching staff.
Monitor student engagement and provide feedback to teaching staff.
The Ideal Candidate Will Have
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Experience supporting young people with Special Educational Needs, ideally in a post-16 or college setting.
Experience supporting young people with Special Educational Needs, ideally in a post-16 or college setting.
-
A patient, empathetic, and supportive approach.
A patient, empathetic, and supportive approach.
-
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
-
The ability to build positive relationships with students and staff.
The ability to build positive relationships with students and staff.
-
A proactive, flexible, and positive attitude.
A proactive, flexible, and positive attitude.
-
Relevant qualifications in education, childcare, or SEN support (desirable but not essential).
Relevant qualifications in education, childcare, or SEN support (desirable but not essential).
What We Offer
-
A welcoming and supportive college environment.
A welcoming and supportive college environment.
-
Opportunity to gain valuable experience supporting post-16 learners.
Opportunity to gain valuable experience supporting post-16 learners.
-
Ongoing support and professional development.
Ongoing support and professional development.
-
Potential for permanent employment for the right candidate.
Potential for permanent employment for the right candidate.
If you are passionate about supporting young people with additional needs and helping them succeed in further education, we would love to hear from you.
How to Apply
Please submit your CV along with a short covering statement outlining your relevant experience and interest in the role.