Job Description:

Reception 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: WA11, St Helens
Pay: £14.25 - £16.10 per hour (PAYE)
Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday
Contract: Long-term role until July 2027
Start Date: ASAP

Teaching Personnel is seeking a dedicated and nurturing 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant to support a Reception-aged pupil at a welcoming primary school in the Blackbrook area of St Helens.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Teaching Assistant or SEN Support Worker looking for a long-term role where they can make a genuine difference to a child's educational journey. You will provide consistent, tailored support to help the pupil access learning, develop confidence, and achieve positive outcomes within the classroom environment.

The Role

Working closely with the Class Teacher, SENCO and Early Years team, you will:

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support throughout the school day
• Support engagement in Reception learning activities and continuous provision
• Promote communication, social interaction and participation
• Use visual supports and structured routines to aid learning
• Support transitions and daily classroom routines
• Assist with emotional regulation and wellbeing
• Encourage independence, confidence and positive relationships with peers

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for applicants with experience supporting children with SEND, particularly within:

• Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)

You may have gained experience within:

• Primary schools
• Specialist SEND provisions
• Nurseries or Early Years settings
• Children's residential care
• Family support services
• Alternative provisions

A Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification is desirable, although relevant SEND experience will also be considered.

Personal Qualities

The successful candidate will be:

• Calm, patient and compassionate
• Reliable and able to commit to a long-term role
• Confident working as part of a wider school team
• Skilled at building positive relationships with children
• Able to follow support plans and professional guidance
• Passionate about inclusive education and SEND support

About the School

This friendly and supportive primary school has a strong reputation for creating a caring, nurturing environment where every child feels valued. Staff work collaboratively to ensure pupils receive the support they need to thrive academically, socially and emotionally.

What Teaching Personnel Offers

• Competitive weekly pay via PAYE
• Long-term opportunity within one school
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
• Free access to CPD and SEND-focused training
• Opportunities for career development within education
• Simple and efficient registration process

Apply Now

If you have experience supporting children with SEND and are looking for a rewarding long-term role in St Helens, we'd love to hear from you.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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