Prospero Teaching are currently recruiting for an experienced and dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Birkenhead. This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate SEND Teaching Assistant to secure a long-term position supporting pupils with additional needs within a nurturing and inclusive learning environment.

As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will provide targeted support to pupils across the school, helping them to access learning and develop their confidence, independence and social skills. You may work on a 1:1 basis, within small intervention groups and alongside the class teacher to provide personalised support.

The successful SEND Teaching Assistant will ideally have experience supporting children with a range of additional needs, including Autism, ADHD, SEMH, speech and language difficulties or learning difficulties.

• Provide high-quality 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with SEND.

• Support pupils with their academic, emotional and social development.

• Implement individualised learning and support strategies.

• Promote positive behaviour and emotional regulation.

• Adapt activities and resources to meet individual learning needs.

• Build positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents/carers.

• Work closely with the class teacher and wider SEND team.

• Encourage pupils to develop independence and confidence.

• Previous experience working as a SEND Teaching Assistant or in a similar support role.

• Experience supporting children with SEND is highly desirable.

• A patient, caring and consistent approach.

• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils.

• Relevant Teaching Assistant, SEND or childcare qualifications are desirable but not essential.

If you are a passionate SEND Teaching Assistant looking for a long-term opportunity in Birkenhead, Prospero Teaching would love to hear from you.

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