SEN Teaching Assistant

About the role

If you are looking for your next role supporting SEND students within Mainstream Primary Schools, Tradewind want to hear from you! We are currently looking for several Full Time Teaching Assistants to work with some of our fantastic schools based in South Liverpool.

Key responsibilities

• Provide targeted behaviour and learning support to pupils with a range of SEND needs.
• Implement, review and contribute to Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and behaviour support strategies.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, parents, and external agencies to ensure a consistent and effective approach for each child.
• Promote a positive, nurturing, and inclusive classroom environment where every pupil feels safe and supported.
• Use de‑escalation and positive behaviour management techniques to help pupils regulate and engage.

Required profile

• Experience supporting children with SEN or challenging behaviour, ideally in a school or care setting.
• A patient, resilient and caring approach.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures.
• Excellent communication skills and a proactive attitude towards engaging pupils in their learning.
• Child‑related Manual Handling qualifications are highly desired.