Level 3 SEN Teaching Assistant (Liverpool)

  • Temporary
  • LIVERPOOL
  • Applications have closed.

Website Balfor recruitment

Location: Liverpool
Position: Full-time, ongoing
Salary: £85 – £100 per day

About the Role:

An outstanding special educational needs (SEN) school in Liverpool is looking for a dedicated and compassionate Level 3 SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team on a full-time, ongoing basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to support children with a range of additional needs in a warm, supportive school environment.

The school caters to pupils with cognition and learning difficulties, physical disabilities, autism, and complex health needs. As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and the wider support team to provide individualised support for pupils, both on a 1:1 basis and in small groups.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide tailored support to pupils with a variety of SEN needs

  • Assist in preparing and adapting resources and learning materials

  • Support teachers in delivering lessons and managing the classroom

  • Help with classroom displays and creating an inclusive, engaging environment

  • Foster positive, supportive relationships with pupils and staff

  • Support personal care and well-being routines when required

The Ideal Candidate Will:

  • Hold a Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

  • Have experience or a strong interest in supporting children with SEN

  • Be flexible, patient, and proactive in their approach

  • Demonstrate excellent teamwork and communication skills

  • Be nurturing, empathetic, and understanding of individual pupil needs

  • Have experience or training in PECS, Makaton, and working with children with ASD, SLD, and non-verbal communication needs

  • Hold a Level 1 safeguarding certificate

Requirements:

  • Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

  • PECS and Makaton training/experience (desirable)

  • Experience working with ASD, SLD, and complex needs

  • Level 1 safeguarding certificate

  • Recent school-based references

  • Valid photo ID (Driving Licence or Passport)

  • Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willing to apply for one)

How to Apply:

If this sounds like the perfect role for you, we’d love to hear from you!

Contact Jasmine at Balfor Recruitment by sending your CV to jasmine@balfor.co.uk.

Please note: Trials for this position have already started, so early applications are encouraged. A valid enhanced DBS is required before starting.