SEND Teaching Assistant - Full-Time
Location: Maghull, Liverpool
Salary: £95-£105 per day, dependent on experience
Start Date: Monday 9th November - Ongoing
Contract: Long-term opportunity, with the potential for a direct school contract after January
Make a real difference in Early Years SEND!
Aspire People are working in partnership with a welcoming primary school in Maghull, Liverpool, to recruit a dedicated, experienced and compassionate SEND Teaching Assistant to support two children across Nursery and Reception.
This is a rewarding, full-time opportunity for someone who is passionate about helping young children with additional needs develop, learn and thrive in a supportive school environment.
Both children are currently undergoing early SEND assessments and require consistent, nurturing support to help them manage their emotions, build positive relationships and engage with learning. They can experience periods of significant emotional dysregulation and challenging behaviour, so the school is looking for someone who is calm, resilient and confident in providing appropriate support and maintaining clear, consistent boundaries.
The role will begin on Monday 9th November and continue on an ongoing basis, with the potential for the successful candidate to secure a direct contract with the school after January.
The Role
Provide dedicated one-to-one support for two children across Nursery and Reception.
Support children through periods of emotional dysregulation and challenging behaviour.
Implement consistent strategies to encourage emotional regulation and positive behaviour.
Promote the development of communication, social interaction and early learning skills.
Encourage participation in play-based learning, classroom activities and daily routines.
Work collaboratively with class teachers and the wider school team to provide consistent, individualised support.
Help create a safe, calm and inclusive learning environment where every child has the opportunity to succeed.
The Ideal Candidate
Has proven experience supporting children with SEND, ideally within an Early Years setting.
Is confident supporting children with emotional regulation difficulties and challenging behaviour.
Demonstrates patience, resilience and a calm, nurturing approach.
Can build trusting relationships while maintaining clear and consistent boundaries.
Is proactive, adaptable and able to respond effectively to individual needs.
Is passionate about helping young children overcome barriers to learning and reach their potential.
Can provide two professional references.
Holds an Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service, which is essential for this immediate start.
What Aspire People Can Offer You
A supportive partnership with one of the UK's leading education recruitment agencies.
Long-term opportunities within local schools, with the potential to progress your career.
Competitive daily rates of £95-£105, depending on experience.
Ongoing guidance and support from experienced education consultants.
A Refer a Friend bonus of up to £250.
A £100 sign-up bonus after completing 10 days of work with us, with no obligation.
Interested in Applying?
If you're an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant who is passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of young children, we'd love to hear from you!
To apply, simply reply to this email with your up-to-date CV. Applications will be reviewed, and successful applicants will be contacted from Monday 2nd November.
The successful candidate will be expected to start on Monday 9th November, so early applications are encouraged.
Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.