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1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant (Primary)
Job Posted: 3 hours ago
Salary: £ 101 - 105 / Day
Job Type: Contract
Location: Liverpool
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Location: L9, Liverpool
Position: 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant (Primary)
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Full-Time, Term-Time Only
Salary: £105.00 per day
An inclusive and well-regarded primary school in the L9 area of Liverpool is seeking to appoint a dedicated and experienced 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant to support a pupil with complex needs on a one-to-one basis. This is a rewarding opportunity for a candidate who is confident, proactive, and passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with additional needs.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide consistent 1:1 support to a child with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) or who is on the SEN assessment pathway
Work collaboratively with teaching staff, the SENCO, and external professionals to deliver targeted interventions
Support the pupil’s social, emotional, and behavioural development, including the use of de-escalation strategies during moments of crisis or distress
Confidently manage challenging behaviour in a calm, structured and supportive manner
Incorporate sensory activities and therapeutic approaches to help regulate emotional responses and promote engagement
Assist with implementing personalised learning strategies in line with the child’s EHCP and school targets
Build a positive, trusting relationship with the pupil to encourage independence and resilience
Essential Criteria:
Previous experience supporting children with SEN, including those with EHCPs or awaiting assessment
Confident in working 1:1 with pupils who may display complex or challenging behaviour
Knowledge and experience of using sensory-based strategies to support engagement and regulation
Ability to recognise early signs of dysregulation and effectively use de-escalation techniques
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
A calm, patient, and consistent approach
A valid Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or a willingness to obtain one
Desirable:
Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant or equivalent SEN-related qualification
Team Teach, MAPA or similar behaviour management training (not essential but advantageous)Before You Apply
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