SEND Teaching Assistant

Position: SEND Teaching Assistant - Primary Focus (Full-time and part-time options)
Location: St Helens, Merseyside
Hourly rates: from £13.50 - £14.50 dependant on experience
Start Date: Immediate start

Aspire People are proud to be working alongside a supportive and forward-thinking SEND primary school in St Helens, who are looking for a passionate and nurturing Teaching Assistant to join their team on a full-time basis.

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real, lasting difference in the lives of primary-aged pupils with additional needs. The school offers a calm, structured, and inclusive environment where children are encouraged to grow in confidence, develop independence, and enjoy learning at their own pace.

Your Role:

Supporting primary-aged pupils with SEND on a 1:1 or small-group basis, tailored to individual needs.

Working with pupils who may have ASD, ADHD, SEMH, learning difficulties, or communication needs.

Assisting teachers and the SENDCo with personalised learning plans, behaviour strategies, and targeted interventions.

Helping pupils access learning through creative, sensory, and play-based activities.

Encouraging positive behaviour, emotional regulation, confidence, and independence.

Working closely with staff, families, and external professionals to ensure consistent and meaningful support.

We're looking for someone who:

Has experience supporting children with SEND, ideally within a primary or specialist school setting, although individuals with experience in the care sector or residential work are also encouraged to apply

Is kind, patient, resilient, and enthusiastic, with a genuine passion for supporting young learners.

Can build strong relationships with pupils who need extra reassurance and structure.

Works well as part of a team and communicates confidently with staff and parents.

Is committed to safeguarding, inclusion, and pupil wellbeing.

Can provide professional references.

Holds an Enhanced DBS (or is happy to apply for one).

Why work with Aspire People?

A dedicated consultant who understands SEND and supports you every step of the way.

Competitive hourly rates that reflects your experience.

Opportunities to work in rewarding SEND settings across St Helens and Merseyside.

Access to SEND-focused CPD and training.

£250 Refer a Friend bonus*

£100 sign-up bonus after completing 10 days of work - no obligation!

This role is Monday to Friday, with working hours from 8:30am to 3:30pm. We do have opportunities for both full-time and part-time opportunities, offering flexibility to suit your availability.

Pay rates range from £13.50 to £14.50 per hour, dependent on experience. The school also offers free on-site parking and benefits from excellent transport links, making it easily accessible.

If you're a caring and committed Teaching Assistant who wants to help young children with SEND flourish, this could be the perfect role for you.

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Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed