Job Role - Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant with Phonics and SEN Experience
Location - L28 (Liverpool)
Start Date - ASAP
Salary - £92 per day
Are you a passionate and dedicated Teaching Assistant with a Level 2 or 3 Qualification, experience with Phonics and SEN, looking for a rewarding new role? We want you to join a fantastic school in Liverpool who are offering a long-term, full-time role to start ASAP for a Year 1 class. The ideal candidate will have previous KS1, Phonics and SEN experience.
What we offer:
* Full-time position Monday - Friday (8.30am - 3.30pm)
* Competitive pay rates
* Dedicated Consultants available 24/7 to support your employment needs
* Fast clearance process for a smooth start
* Friendly, supportive school environment
Responsibilities:
* Provide one-to-one and small group support to young children to support their learning through play and structured activities.
* Offer emotional, social, and pastoral support, helping children to develop confidence, independence, and positive self-esteem.
* Support children with early communication, language, and personal development, including routines such as turn-taking and listening.
* Assist children with additional needs, including those with Special Educational Needs (SEN), by following individual support plans and adapting activities.
* Help to create a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment that promotes positive behaviour and well-being.
* Work closely with the class teacher, SENCO, and parents/carers to support children's progress and development.
* Contribute to the planning and implementation of activities that support children's early learning goals and overall development.
What we require:
* Previous experience working within Early Years
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build warm, trusting relationships with children.
* A caring, patient, and proactive approach to supporting children's learning, development, and well-being.
* An understanding of the additional challenges some young children may face and awareness of strategies to support their learning and development.
* Flexibility and adaptability to respond to the individual needs and routines of young children in an Early Years setting.
* A commitment to promoting equal opportunities and safeguarding.
* At least 6 months experience within the last 2 years ideally working with children within EYFS
* Enhanced DBS check on the online update service or willing to get one
* Ability to provide two professional childcare references within the last 2 years