SEND Teaching Assistant – Specialist School
Location: Ellesmere Port
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Full-time, long-term (with potential to become permanent)
TeacherActive are proud to be working with a specialist secondary school in the Ellesmere Port/Neston area who are seeking an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant to join their talented team.
The setting supports young people aged 11–16 with a wide range of additional needs, including social, emotional and mental health needs, communication difficulties, and learning differences. The school provides a safe, structured and highly nurturing environment, with a strong emphasis on emotional wellbeing, personalised support, and positive behaviour. Staff work closely together to promote independence, build confidence and enable pupils to make academic and personal progress at their own pace.
We are looking for a committed SEND Teaching Assistant who can provide 1:1 and small-group support, help deliver tailored learning activities, and build strong relationships with pupils. The successful candidate will be joining a dedicated and supportive team who are passionate about improving outcomes for their students.
The role will involve:
* Supporting pupils with additional needs throughout the school day
* Helping to deliver planned activities and interventions
* Working closely with class teachers and pastoral staff
* Encouraging engagement, social skills and positive behaviour
* Providing emotional reassurance and building trust with learners
* Assisting with classroom organisation and lesson preparation
The ideal candidate will:
* Have experience supporting children or young people with SEMH or SEND – this is essential
* Bring patience, resilience and a calm approach
* Have strong communication skills and be able to build rapport quickly
* Be flexible, proactive and a positive team member
* Be passionate about supporting children to achieve their potential
What TeacherActive can offer:
* Competitive pay rates
* A dedicated consultant supporting you throughout your placement
* Ongoing CPD and training opportunities
* The chance to make a real difference in a rewarding school environment
If you are an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant looking for a new challenge in a specialist setting, we would love to hear from you.
To apply, please send your CV to [email protected], or contact zoe on 0151 675 0888 for more information
All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.
Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.
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