Teaching Assistant - St Helens, WA9
Immediate Start - Summer Term 2026 | Full-Time & Part-Time Roles
Pay: From £14 per hour
Start Date: ASAP
Position: Full-time & Part-time, with potential to go permanent in September for the right candidate
Make a Real Difference in a SEND School Supporting Primary & Secondary Students!
Do you want a role where every day matters and the impact you make is seen and felt?
Aspire People are thrilled to partner with a forward-thinking SEND school in St Helens, supporting both primary and secondary age ranges, seeking a passionate Teaching Assistant to join their supportive team. Whether you're looking for full-time or part-time work, this is your chance to support children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) in a nurturing, inclusive environment.
At this school, students are encouraged to flourish, grow in confidence, and develop independence while cultivating a love of learning. You'll be a key part of their journey, helping them succeed academically, socially, and emotionally.
What You'll Be Doing
Provide 1:1 or small group support tailored to the needs of children and young people across primary and secondary age ranges.
Support students with ASD, ADHD, SEMH, learning difficulties, and communication challenges.
Collaborate with teachers and the SENDCo to create personalised learning plans, interventions, and behaviour strategies.
Use creative, sensory, and play-based approaches to make learning engaging and effective.
Promote positive behaviour, emotional regulation, self-confidence, and independence.
Build strong partnerships with families, staff, and external professionals to ensure holistic support.
Who We're Looking For
Experience working with SEND students, ideally in primary, secondary, or specialist school settings (care or residential experience also welcome).
Patient, compassionate, resilient, and enthusiastic, with a passion for helping children succeed.
Skilled at building trusting relationships with students who need extra support.
A team player with excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
Committed to safeguarding, inclusion, and the wellbeing of all children and young people.
Must provide professional references and either hold or be willing to apply for an Enhanced DBS check.
Why Join Aspire People?
Dedicated consultant support with SEND expertise throughout your placement.
Competitive pay starting from £14 per hour.
Access to SEND-focused CPD and training to develop your skills.
Opportunities to work in rewarding SEND settings across St Helens and Merseyside.
Refer-a-friend bonuses: £100 for TAs, £250 for Teachers-help someone join and get rewarded!
Quick Info
Working hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM (full-time & part-time options)
Free on-site parking and excellent public transport links
If you're a compassionate, committed, and energetic Teaching Assistant ready to make a lasting difference for primary and secondary students with SEND, apply now and join a school that truly values every student's potential.
INDTA
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