SEND Teaching Assistant - Wirral

The school caters for children and young people with a wide range of additional needs, including:

• Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD)
• Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities (PMLD)
• Complex Autism
• Physical disabilities and medical needs
• Sensory and communication needs
• Pupils require high levels of care, structure, and individualised support throughout the school day.

As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with complex needs
• Assist with personal care, mobility, and feeding where required
• Support learning activities tailored to individual education plans (EHCPs)
• Use communication tools such as PECS, Makaton, or sensory strategies
• Work closely with teachers, therapists, and support staff
• Help create a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEND, particularly PMLD, SLD, or complex autism
• A calm, patient, and empathetic approach
• Willingness to support with personal care
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Relevant qualifications or training are desirable but not essential
• A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable learners