SEND Teaching Assistant – Special Schools in St Helens

About the role

Join a dedicated team supporting children with special educational needs in St Helens and surrounding areas. This role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact on pupils with a variety of needs, from autism and ADHD to complex medical conditions, while working in specialist schools, resource bases, and alternative provision settings.

Key responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support and small‑group interventions tailored to individual learning goals.
• Assist pupils in the classroom and throughout the school environment, encouraging independence and confidence.
• Deliver sensory, communication and life‑skills activities to promote wellbeing.
• Support personal care where required, following safeguarding and health protocols.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists and multidisciplinary teams to implement and review support plans.
• Record progress and contribute to individual education plans.

Required profile

• Experience in education, SEND, care, youth work or childcare.
• Calm, patient and resilient in challenging situations.
• Strong communicator with a passion for inclusive education.
• Commitment to safeguarding and child welfare.
• Willingness to provide references and complete an Enhanced DBS check if needed.

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive pay from £14 to £15 per hour, dependent on experience.
• Access to free SEND‑specific CPD and training.
• Flexible placements across full‑time, part‑time and temporary contracts.
• Support from a specialist SEND recruitment consultant.
• Refer‑a‑Friend bonus of £100.