Job Description

Location: Bebington
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Type: Temporary - Full Time
Pay: 109.85 per day
Spencer Clarke Group are working with a welcoming primary school in Bebington who are seeking a dedicated Level 2 SEND Teaching Assistant to join their specialist team on a full-time basis.
This rewarding role involves supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) within a dedicated SEND base and mainstream classroom environments. You will work with children who have a range of additional needs, including Autism (ASC), ADHD, speech and language difficulties, communication needs and social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs.
The school are looking for a compassionate and reliable individual who can provide consistency, structure and positive encouragement, helping pupils to access learning and thrive both academically and socially.

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEND.
• Support children with Autism, ADHD and a range of additional learning needs.
• Work within the school's specialist SEND base as well as mainstream classrooms where required.
• Adapt learning activities under the guidance of the class teacher.
• Support behaviour management and emotional regulation strategies.
• Encourage independence, communication and confidence.
• Help create a calm, inclusive and engaging learning environment.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, the SENCO and external professionals to meet individual pupil needs.

• A Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent) is desirable.
• Experience supporting children or young people with SEND.
• Knowledge of Autism, ADHD and communication needs is highly beneficial.
• Understanding of safeguarding and behaviour management strategies.
• Care, residential or youth work experience will also be considered where relevant.

Applications without relevant SEND support experience may not be shortlisted.

• A patient, nurturing and resilient approach.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong emotional empathy and understanding of SEND.
• A proactive attitude and willingness to adapt to pupils' individual needs.
• Reliable, punctual and committed to providing consistent support.
• Passion for making a meaningful difference in children's lives.

• Competitive daily pay of 109.85 per day.
• Full-time opportunity within a supportive primary school.
• Opportunity to develop specialist SEND experience.
• Ongoing support from experienced education consultants.
• Access to a wide range of future roles across our partner schools.

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T&Cs apply.

All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks and Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our safeguarding policy.
Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and explain any gaps. Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK and be willing to attend a registration interview.
All pay rates quoted include 14.3% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position; in some cases, permanent opportunities may arise at a later date.
Spencer Clarke Group works with a variety of schools across a wide geographical area, covering Primary, Secondary, Special Educational Needs, college-level teaching and support staff roles.