We are currently recruiting for a Teaching Assistant to join a supportive secondary school in Speke, working with KS4 pupils with SEND and SEMH needs.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about helping young people overcome barriers to learning and develop the confidence, resilience and skills they need to succeed.
The Role
As a Teaching Assistant, you will:
· Provide 1:1 and small-group support to KS4 pupils.
· Support students with SEND and SEMH needs to access their education.
· Help pupils manage behaviour, emotions and barriers to learning.
· Build positive and trusting relationships with students.
· Support classroom learning and encourage engagement.
· Work closely with teachers and pastoral staff.
· Promote positive behaviour, independence and confidence.
· Help create a calm, safe and inclusive learning environment.
About you
The ideal candidate will be:
· Caring, patient and resilient.
· Confident supporting young people with challenging behaviour.
· Passionate about working with pupils with SEND/SEMH.
· Able to build strong professional relationships with young people.
· Calm and consistent when managing difficult situations.
· Reliable, professional and able to work effectively within a team.
Previous experience in a school, SEND, SEMH, youth work, care or similar setting is highly desirable.
What you’ll get
· £500 per week
· Full-time position.
· Monday–Friday school hours.
· Supportive school environment.
· Valuable experience working with KS4 SEND/SEMH pupils.
· Opportunity to make a genuine difference to young people’s lives.
If you’re passionate about supporting young people and have the resilience and commitment needed for this rewarding role, apply today.
We welcome applications from experienced Teaching Assistants, Learning Support Assistants, Support Workers, Youth Workers and candidates with relevant transferable experience
New Directions Education Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
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