SEN Teaching Assistant St Helens

WA10, St Helens

SEN Teaching Assistant – Primary School

Recruiting on behalf of a welcoming and inclusive primary school in the heart of St Helens

Do you have a passion for supporting children with additional needs? Whether you're a graduate looking to begin a rewarding career in education or an experienced Teaching Assistant with a Level 3 qualification, this could be the perfect next step.

Our client school is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join their supportive team. The school prides itself on creating a nurturing environment where every child is encouraged to thrive, regardless of their starting point.

Salary: £24,000 - £27,000 per annum
Job Type: Full-Time

About the Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting pupils with a range of additional needs, helping them access learning, build confidence, and achieve their individual goals.

You may be supporting children with:

• Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
• ADHD
• Speech and Language needs
• Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs
• Moderate learning difficulties

No two days are the same, making this an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys building meaningful relationships and making a genuine impact.

What We're Looking For

Applications are welcomed from:

• Graduates interested in education, psychology, childcare, or related fields
• Level 3 Teaching Assistants
• Candidates with relevant school, care, support work, youth work, or coaching experience
• Individuals with a patient, positive, and resilient approach
• Strong communicators who can build trust with pupils, staff, and families

What the School Offers

• A caring and child-centred ethos
• Outstanding support from experienced SEN professionals
• Structured onboarding and ongoing training
• Opportunities to develop specialist SEND knowledge
• A collaborative and welcoming staff team
• Long-term career development opportunities

Staff Benefits

• Competitive salary of £24,000 - £27,000 per annum
• Free on-site parking
• Employee wellbeing programme
• Access to CPD and SEND-focused training
• Dedicated support and mentoring
• Pension scheme
• Modern facilities and resources
• Regular staff appreciation events
• Potential routes into teacher training and specialist SEND careers

If you're looking for a role where you can make a lasting difference while developing valuable skills and experience, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to be considered for this SEN Teaching Assistant opportunity in St Helens.

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