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SEND Teaching Assistant (Primary School)
Job Posted: 16 hours ago
Salary: £ 105 - 125 / Day
Job Type: Temporary
Location: Liverpool, Merseyside
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Position: SEND Teaching Assistant - SEMH Support
Contract Type: Full-Time, Temporary (until July 2026)
Salary: From £106 per day
Company: Spencer Clarke Group
Start Date: Immediate
Location: Liverpool
About the Role
Spencer Clarke Group is recruiting a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Liverpool. This is a full-time role for the remainder of the academic year, supporting a child in Year 2 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
The school is committed to inclusion and provides a nurturing environment where children are supported both academically and emotionally. As the dedicated 1:1 support for a child with SEMH needs, you will play a crucial role in helping them to feel safe, build positive relationships, and engage with learning.
Role and Responsibilities
Provide consistent 1:1 support for a Year 2 pupil with SEMH needs.
Build trust, establish positive routines, and promote emotional wellbeing.
Use de-escalation strategies and positive behaviour management approaches.
Support the child's social and communication development.
Encourage participation in classroom activities, adapting tasks where needed.
Work closely with the class teacher, SENCO, and external agencies to implement tailored strategies.
Provide feedback on progress and share updates with staff and parents.
Promote a safe, nurturing, and inclusive classroom environment.
Requirements
Previous experience supporting children with SEMH needs (essential).
Strong understanding of positive behaviour management and de-escalation strategies.
Patient, empathetic, and resilient approach to supporting children.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Experience working in a primary school setting (desirable but not essential).
Relevant qualifications such as Level 2/3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning (preferred but not required).
Enhanced DBS check on the update service (or willingness to obtain).
Benefits
Competitive daily rate from £106.
Full-time role for the remainder of the academic year.
Opportunity to work in a supportive and inclusive primary school.
Professional development and training to expand your SEND knowledge.
Ongoing support and guidance from Spencer Clarke Group.
The chance to make a real difference to a child's life and educational journey.
Application Requirements for Spencer Clarke Group
All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, and Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our safeguarding policy. Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and explain all employment breaks. Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK and be willing to attend a registration interview. All pay rates quoted include 14.3% statutory holiday pay. This is a temporary position, although in some cases permanent opportunities may become available.
Spencer Clarke Group partners with schools across Merseyside and beyond, covering Primary, Secondary, SEND, college-level teaching, and support staff roles.
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