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Teaching Assistant

  • Location:

    St. Helens

  • Sector:

    Primary Support

  • Job type:

    Long-Term Contracts

  • Salary:

    £105.00 - £110.00 per day

  • Contact:

    Charlotte Askham

  • Contact email:

    caskham@reesoneducation.com

  • Job ref:

    YUTYUITYUTY_1759420468

  • Published:

    about 4 hours ago

  • Duration:

    Perm

  • Expiry date:

    2025-11-01

  • Start date:

    ASAP

  • Contract Length:

    Full Time

SEN Teaching Assistant

Are you looking for a rewarding role where you can truly make a difference? A welcoming and supportive school in St Helens is currently seeking a committed SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team as soon as possible.

This role is perfect for someone with a nurturing attitude, a calm and patient approach, and a genuine interest in supporting children with additional needs.

The Role:

  • Full-time position, Monday to Friday

  • Based in a primary school in St Helens

  • Start date: ASAP

  • Working with children who have a range of special educational needs including autism, speech and language difficulties, and SEMH

Main Duties:

  • Supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis or in small groups to help them access the curriculum

  • Assisting the class teacher in adapting resources and activities

  • Implementing individual learning and behaviour support plans

  • Building positive, trusting relationships with pupils and staff

The Ideal Candidate Will:

  • Have prior experience supporting children with SEN, particularly in a school or childcare setting

  • Be calm, flexible, and proactive in their approach

  • Work effectively as part of a team

  • Hold a relevant qualification such as a Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant certificate (preferred but not essential)

What's On Offer:

  • A friendly, inclusive school environment

  • Ongoing support and professional development

  • A competitive daily rate (based on experience)

  • Opportunity for long-term work with potential for permanent placement

Reeson Education:

Reeson Education is England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence.

We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults.

At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of England.