SEND Teaching Assistant

Sefton; Sefton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - GBP 24,000; Part time

Job summary

A local primary school is seeking an energetic and skilled 1:1 SEND Teaching Assistant to support a pupil in year 1. The role involves enthusiasm and commitment to making a difference in children’s lives, with a focus on safeguarding. Ideal applicants will have a proven record of working with children, especially those with SEND. Hours are from 8.45 am to 3.15 pm for 27.5 hours weekly. Applications can be emailed to the provided contact or sent via post.

Benefits

Continuous professional development

Supportive Governing Body

Friendly working environment

Qualifications

• Proven record of enthusiasm and commitment to making a difference.
• Understanding of school safeguarding requirements.
• Ability to stay calm and nurturing during challenging moments.

Responsibilities

• Support a pupil in year 1 effectively.
• Work in a busy environment while remaining efficient.
• Raise standards through excellent communication and teamwork.

Skills

Working with children

Experience with SEND children

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Team player

Job description

Overview

An opportunity has arisen to join the enthusiastic and dedicated team at Birkdale Primary School. The Governors and Headteacher warmly welcome applications to join our friendly, happy and thriving school. Initially the post is until 31.8.26 with the opportunity for this to be extended.

We are seeking to appoint an energetic, skilled and caring 1:1 SEND Teaching Assistant (Level 2). The prime role will be to support a pupil in year 1 with:

We encourage applicants to look closely at the job description and person specification. Applicants should clearly state relevant experience and qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Is enthusiastic and committed to making a difference
• Has a proven record of working with children (ideally with experience of working with SEND children)
• Is organised, efficient and able to work in a busy environment
• Has a high expectation of care for all children and an understanding of school safeguarding requirements
• Has excellent communication skills at all levels, is a team player and has a desire to raise standards.

In return we can offer

• Highly committed, talented, enthusiastic and professional staff
• A commitment to continuous professional development
• A committed and supportive Governing Body
• A happy and growing school.

Desirable knowledge and approaches

An understanding of the following would be desirable:

• PDA informed approaches - reducing anxiety- driven demand avoidance.
• Sensory Regulation - understanding how to use sensory breaks and proprioceptive input to help pupils remain regulated and engaged.
• De-escalation - Knowledge of positive behaviour support and the ability to remain calm and nurturing during challenging moments.
• Co-regulation - by modelling the desired state through a calm voice and neutral body language.

Hours

The hours are 8.45am to 3.15pm. 27.5 hours per week

Start date and interviews

The post will begin as soon as possible following the appointment of a successful candidate following interviews.

Closing date for applications is at noon on Monday 23 February 2026. Interviews will take place on Tuesday 3 March 2026.

Safeguarding and disclosure

Due to the nature of work the post is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and relevant care/safeguarding legislation and appointment will only be confirmed if a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure is obtained from the Criminal Records Bureau.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.

How to apply

Please email applications to:

[e-mail] or alternatively they can be posted to :

Mrs C Gillman

Birkdale Primary School

Matlock Road

Southport

PR8 4EL