Teaching assistant

Position: teaching Assistant
Location: Huyton
Hours: Monday - Friday, 08:45 - 15:45, term time only.
Salary: From -110 per day, DOE

About the Role:
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Learning support assistant to join one of our SEND school teams. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young children with additional needs, providing tailored support that enables them to thrive both academically and socially.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils with a range of additional needs.
• Assist children in accessing the curriculum, developing independence, and building confidence.
• Support with communication, including children with non-verbal autism.
• Use de-escalation strategies and positive behaviour support techniques to manage challenging behaviour.
• Work collaboratively with class teachers, SENCo, and external professionals to ensure consistent and effective support.

About You:
We are looking for someone with:

• Previous experience working in challenging or complex care/education settings.
• Knowledge and experience of supporting children or young people with additional needs, particularly autism and challenging behaviour.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with children, families, and staff.
• Patience, resilience, and a genuine commitment to helping every child achieve their potential.
• A flexible and proactive approach to supporting individual needs.

How To Apply:

Please apply directly or contact Destiny via email for more information.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR SPENCER CLARKE GROUP

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible, and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available later.

Spencer Clarke Group work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary, Special Education needs and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.