Location
Liverpool | United Kingdom
Job description
Job Title: Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teaching Assistant
Location: Liverpool
Minimum Rate-of-Pay: £90 per-day
Contract: Full-Time, Temporary-to-Permanent
Working Hours: 8:30am - 3:30pm
Start Date: ASAP
Prospero are currently seeking a passionate and experienced Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teaching Assistant to join a supportive team in an Alternative Provision in Liverpool. This vital role involves working closely with secondary-aged students, providing the tailored support they need to access an alternative curriculum, engage with their peers, and achieve their full potential.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support students with a variety of SEN, including ASD, ADHD, dyslexia, and other learning difficulties.
- Assist in the planning and delivery of individualized education plans (IEPs) in collaboration with SENCOs and teaching staff.
- Provide one-to-one support and small group interventions tailored to students' specific needs.
- Help create an inclusive classroom environment that promotes student engagement and participation.
- Monitor and record students' progress, sharing observations with teachers and parents to support ongoing learning and development.
- Assist with the development of students' social skills, independence, and self-regulation.
- Participate in training and professional development opportunities related to SEN support and inclusive education practices.
About You:
- Experience working with children or young adults, particularly those with special educational needs.
- A qualification in education, child care, psychology, or related field is preferred but not essential.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to connect with students, colleagues, and parents.
- Patience, creativity, and a genuinely caring and supportive approach to working with students.
- A commitment to ongoing professional development and learning in the field of special education.
- An enhanced DBS check registered on the Update Service is required for this position.
Why Join Us:
- Competitive rate-of-pay
- A strong, supportive community of staff dedicated to professional growth and development.
- Opportunities to make a real difference in the lives of students with SEN.
- A positive and inclusive work environment.
How to Apply:
If you are passionate about supporting students with SEN and believe you can make a positive impact in their educational journey, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV outlining your experience and why you are interested in this role.
An enhanced DBS check and references will be required as part of our recruitment process.
We look forward to welcoming you to our team!
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Salary
£85 - £90 per day
