At a Glance
- Tasks: Support a Y4 child with special educational needs and enhance their learning experience.
- Company: St Joseph's RC Primary, a nurturing school community in Knowsley.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, part-time hours, and the chance to make a real difference.
- Other info: Opportunity for professional growth in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Join a passionate team dedicated to improving children's lives and education.
- Qualifications: Experience with SEND, First Aid qualifications, and a warm personality.
The predicted salary is between 26427 - 26847 £ per year.
We are looking for driven and passionate people to work with us to deliver real benefits for children and families in Knowsley.
Employer: St Josephs RC Primary
Location: Edenfield Crescent, Huyton
Contract: Temporary
Working Pattern: Part Time/Term Time
Hours: 25 hours per week, 46 weeks term time only.
Closing Date: 20/11/2026 at 17:00
Reference: SVP 0943
Pay Band D / SCP 5-6 £26,427 – 26,847 plus SEN of £1,539 pro rata per annum Actual SEN: £9,45 per annum
To start as soon as possible. Current role will start at 8.30 am and finish at 2:30 pm.
The Governors wish to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced person to support the learning of a Y4 child with special educational needs in our school.
- Have experience of working with children with SEND needs?
- Have recent experience in working in KS2?
- Currently possess First Aid qualifications or willingness to train?
- Possess a warm and welcoming personality?
- Have artistic flair and an enthusiastic approach?
- Have high level interpersonal, organisational and presentation skills?
- Have the willingness to support the continued development of this happy and successful school?
- Have experience of working with children with ASC/ADHD?
- Have experience of providing a sensory programme?
We would like to offer you the opportunity to:
- Be part of a learning community committed to improvement.
- Become a member of a school team that would value your expertise.
As this child has an EHCP please read and check against the person specification for the essential characteristics to carry out this role.
Safeguarding information: St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School is committed to safeguarding, promoting the welfare of children and adhering to the Equality Act 2010. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. To comply with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996 all prospective employees will be required to supply evidence of eligibility to work in the UK. References will be checked prior to interview and are integral to the recruitment process. Please note that open or generic references will not be accepted as part of a safer recruitment process. By engaging in this recruitment process, shortlisted candidates consent to an online search in line with the Keeping Children Safe in Education Statutory Guidance 2026.
Teaching Assistant Level 2 plus SEN allowance in Knowsley employer: Knowsley Council
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