Job Description
Teaching Assistant (Rolling Advert)\n\nLiverpool Progressive School - Liverpool\n\nAre you caring, energetic, and ready to make a real difference every day? At Liverpool Progressive School, we are always on the lookout for enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistants to join our supportive, child-focused team. This is a rolling opportunity, so apply any time and help us create a positive impact in the lives of our amazing learners!\n\nLocation: Liverpool\n Start Date: Ongoing (rolling recruitment)\n Contract Type: Full-time, Term-Time Only\n Opportunities: Multiple\n\nAbout the Role:\n\nAs a Teaching Assistant at Liverpool Progressive School, you will support children and young people with Autism, SEMH, and complex additional needs, helping them thrive in a nurturing, inclusive environment.\n\nKey Responsibilities:\n\nSupport students 1:1 or in small groups to access learning tailored to their individual needs.\nPromote emotional regulation, resilience, and self-confidence using consistent, trauma-informed approaches.\nWork closely with teachers and therapists to implement personalised learning strategies and EHCP targets.\nSupport students with communication, daily routines, transitions, and sensory needs.\nEncourage independence and social interaction through structured and play-based activities.\nContribute to behaviour support plans using positive, proactive methods.\nMaintain accurate records and contribute to progress tracking and review meetings.Must-Have Skills & Qualities:\n\nExperience working with children or young people in an educational, care, or SEN setting.\nA calm, patient, and nurturing approach to behaviour and learning.\nUnderstanding of safeguarding, child development, and inclusive practice.\nAbility to follow guidance while also using initiative in fast-paced situations.\nExcellent communication and teamwork skills.Good to Have:\n\nLevel 2 or 3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning (or equivalent).\nExperience working with Autism, SEMH, or non-verbal pupils.\nKnowledge of strategies like PECs, Makaton, or Zones of Regulation.\nFamiliarity with EHCPs and person-centred planning.Nice to Have:\n\nTeam Teach, MAPA, or positive handling training.\nFirst Aid or Mental Health First Aid qualification.\nCreative skills (art, music, drama, sport) that can be integrated into sessions.\nExperience working in a residential or therapeutic school setting.Why Join Simply Education?\n\nFree CPD training and career development, including Safeguarding, EYFS, and Behaviour Management.\nOnline lesson resources to support your work.\nMinimal admin - no timesheets required.\nEasy online booking system to manage your schedule.\nCompetitive pay with weekly payments.\nReferral bonus - earn up to £100/£75 Amazon voucher for successful referrals.How to Apply\n\nClick "Apply Now" to submit your CV.\nFor an informal chat, contact Josh or Phumi in the Manchester office on (phone number removed) or WhatsApp on:\n (phone number removed) - Josh\n (phone number removed) - Phumi\nEmail for more details