SEND Teaching Assistant-Bootle in Liverpool

SEND Teaching Assistant

Location: Bootle
Contract: Full-time, long-term supply (Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm, term-time)
Pay: £110 per day
Start date: September 2026

A specialist SEND school in Bootle is seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEND Teaching Assistant to join their team. This setting supports pupils with a range of additional needs, including autism spectrum condition (ASC), social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs, and speech and communication difficulties. The school is committed to providing a nurturing, structured, and highly supportive environment where every pupil can thrive both academically and personally.

The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting pupils with complex needs, working closely with a multidisciplinary team to deliver tailored learning and emotional support throughout the school day.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 and small group support, adapting learning to meet individual needs
• Supporting pupils with ASC, SEMH, and communication needs within a structured environment
• Using communication strategies such as PECS, Makaton, or other AAC methods
• Assisting with emotional regulation, behaviour management, and social development
• Supporting the implementation of EHCPs, behaviour plans, and therapeutic strategies
• Working collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, therapists, and support staff

What the school offers

• A specialist, well‑resourced SEN setting with a strong support network
• A highly experienced and collaborative staff team
• Ongoing CPD and training in areas such as behaviour management and communication strategies
• A rewarding opportunity to positively impact pupils with complex needs
• Free access to CPD and safeguarding training
• Dedicated consultant and ongoing support

Qualifications

• Have experience supporting children or young people with ASC, SEMH, or complex needs
• Be calm, resilient, and proactive, with a nurturing and patient approach
• Be confident supporting behaviour and emotional regulation
• Have the right to work in the UK and full-time availability
• PECS, Makaton, BSL or AAC training (desirable)
• Level 2/3 Supporting Teaching & Learning qualification (desirable)
• MAPA, Team-Teach, or similar de-escalation training (desirable)

Compliance and safeguarding

This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS (child and adult workforce), satisfactory references, and full compliance with KCSIE (2024) guidance and safer recruitment standards. Overseas police checks may be required where applicable. Educato Limited is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Educato Limited acts as an employment business in relation to this vacancy.