SEND Teaching Assistant

Job Category: Secondary
Job Type: Full Time, Temporary
Job Location: St Helens
Pay Rate: £95 – 105
Start Date: September 2026

About the role:

EdStaff are recruiting an enthusiastic and dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to work in the SEND base within a mainstream secondary school. The role is to support pupils with SEND, including autism, ADHD and challenging behaviour in smaller groups to allow for a more tailored and adapted approach.

This is a great opportunity for someone who is passionate about breaking barriers to learning and supporting pupils to thrive in education by providing a nurturing approach.

Experience of working with children is essential for the role, but we welcome applications from individuals with experience gained in:

• Children’s residential homes
• Mental health or disability support roles
• Youth offending services
• Sports coaching

Key responsibilities:

• Supporting pupils with additional needs in line with their EHCP
• Promote positive behaviour
• Provide tailored learning opportunities for pupils based on their individual learning needs
• Work closely with class teachers and other education professionals, including the SENDCo
• Adhere to school policies and procedures, including safeguarding

Person specification:

• Flexible and adaptable
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to engage students aged 11-16 with SEND
• Able to efficiently build positive relationships with pupils and colleagues
• Confident supporting young people with challenging behaviour and/or reluctant learners

Essential requirements:

• At least 5 GCSE (grade C/4 or above), including Maths and English
• Level 2/3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning qualification or relevant experience in a similar setting
• Enhanced DBS on the update service or willing to obtain one
• Able to provide reference details to cover the last 2-year period

Why join EdStaff:

• A dedicated consultant to support you throughout your job search
• Weekly pay via PAYE
• Free online CPD accredited learning opportunities
• Local roles—we find schools that suit your needs and location
• The opportunity to build strong relationships with local schools – potential for long-term and permanent positions
• Competitive pay rates
• Refer-a-friend scheme

Edstaff are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment.