SEND Teaching Assistant - Garston

SEND Teaching Assistants: Mainstream Primary Schools, Garston, Liverpool

Location: Garston, Liverpool
Job Type: Full time and part time, day to day and longer term
Sector: Primary Education (SEND)

Are you a caring and patient Teaching Assistant who wants to make a real difference to children with special educational needs and disabilities? Tradewind Recruitment is seeking committed SEND Teaching Assistants to support pupils in mainstream primary schools in Garston and the surrounding area.

Whether you are looking for full time hours or part time days, we can offer day to day and longer term work in a range of inclusive local primary schools. This is a rewarding opportunity to build your experience, develop specialist skills and help children reach their full potential.

About the Role

You will work alongside class teachers and SENCOs to support pupils with a range of additional needs, including autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, social, emotional and mental health needs, and learning difficulties. Depending on the placement, you may work with individual pupils, small groups or whole classes. You will:

• Provide one to one and small group support to help pupils access the curriculum
• Help to implement Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) and individual support plans
• Use positive behaviour strategies and de-escalation techniques in line with school policies
• Support pupils' communication, confidence, independence and personal care where needed
• Encourage social skills and positive relationships with peers
• Work closely with teachers, parents and external professionals to support pupil progress
• Adapt quickly to new pupils, routines and school environments

About You

• Previous experience supporting children with SEND in a school or similar setting (those with relevant experience in other roles are also welcome to apply)
• A patient, empathetic and resilient approach
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• A genuine commitment to inclusion and pupil wellbeing
• Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification, or a willingness to work towards one, is desirable but not essential
• Right to work in the UK
• An enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or a willingness to apply for one

What We Offer

• Access to a wide range of mainstream primary schools in Garston and the surrounding Liverpool area
• A dedicated consultant who will get to know you and match you with schools that suit your skills and preferences
• Free access to online training and professional development, including SEND focused courses
• Support with compliance and onboarding
• Opportunities to progress into long term or permanent roles should you wish
• An ideal route into teaching for those considering a future in the profession

Why Tradewind?

Tradewind Recruitment is one of the UK's leading education recruitment agencies, with a strong reputation for supporting school staff and schools alike. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and all placements are subject to thorough pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check, references and identity verification.

How to Apply

To apply, please send your CV to your local Tradewind Recruitment consultant or apply online through the Tradewind Recruitment website. We would love to hear from you, whether you are looking for a few days a week or a full working week.