SEND Teaching Assistant Huyton

Job description

Prospero Teaching are currently recruiting for an experienced and dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Huyton. 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.

The Role

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.

Key Responsibilities

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.

Requirements

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 Huyton, Prospero Teaching would love to hear from you...

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Huyton Quarry

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

22-10-2026

Profession type

Teaching / Instructors / Guides

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English