SEND Teaching Assistant

SEND Teaching Assistant

Southport

£450-£475 per week depending on experience

To apply, you must show proof of right to work in the UK.

About the role:

Connex Education are working in partnership with a SEND School in Southport who are recruiting for 3 experienced and dedicated SEND Teaching Assistants to join their team in September 2026. They have both part-time and full-time vacancies available on a temp to perm basis.

These roles involve supporting 3-19 year olds with complex needs. 

About the School:

This outstanding School creates opportunities where pupils can shine and offer a bespoke and varied curriculum that caters to the variety of interests and needs within the School, promoting independence and self esteem. 

As a SEND Teaching Assistant at this School you will be supporting pupils using a total communication approach, this includes working supporting on an individual basis, in small groups and as a whole class. You will also be required to support their pastoral, behavioural and personal care needs.

Assignment details:

This is a full-time role and will commence on 2nd September and will consist of working Monday-Friday 8.30am until 3.30pm either on a full-time or part-time basis. There are direct contracts available after 1 term.

You will be invited to attend an interview and a look around the School. There will be opportunities to work before September to meet the pupils and staff . This is ideal for a support worker looking to transition into Education as a SEND Teaching Assistant.

Benefits of working for Connex Education:

•             Competitive daily rate paid weekly

•             Free access to CPD

•             Support from your dedicated consultant

•             Career progression

•             Refer a friend scheme (£200 vouchers)

Person specification:

•             Experience of supporting children or young adults with complex needs

•             Demonstrating a positive attitude, helping pupils to grow and achieve

•             Be able to support pupils medical needs including administrating medication

•             Be willing to support swimming in their hydrotherapy sessions

•             Able to provide a DBS on the update service or be willing to apply for a new one.

If you are interested in applying for this SEND Teaching Assistant role then please apply today.

Protected Characteristics Statement

All offers are conditional upon satisfactory background checks, including a DBS check. All appointments will be made subject to a DBS check. Connex Education Partnership is committed to a policy of equal opportunities. We respect and value cultural and religious diversity and will not discriminate based on age, gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin, religion, culture, marital status or disability. Everyone is assessed on merit alone.

Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and candidates to share this commitment. We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, and other relevant legislation. All appointments are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.