Learning Support Assistant

SEND Teaching Assistant / Learning Support Assistant

Location: Liverpool
Contract: Full Time or Term Time Options Available
Salary: £25,500 - £26,600

Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs to achieve their full potential?

We are seeking enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistants / Learning Support Assistants to join a specialist education setting supporting children and young people with a range of complex needs, including learning disabilities, autism, physical disabilities and health needs.

About the Role

Working alongside teachers and therapy professionals, you will help create a positive, engaging and inclusive learning environment where pupils can thrive academically, socially and emotionally. You will support learners both in the classroom and during therapeutic, recreational and physical activities.

This is a highly rewarding role where no two days are the same, offering the opportunity to make a meaningful difference to the lives of children and young people.

Key Responsibilities

• Support pupils' learning, development and wellbeing across the school day.
• Assist teachers in delivering engaging and personalised learning activities.
• Encourage independence, confidence and social development.
• Support pupils during therapy sessions, sports and physical activities.
• Help maintain a safe, positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Work collaboratively with education, therapy and support staff to achieve the best outcomes for pupils.

About You

• Passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs.
• Patient, caring and resilient with a positive attitude.
• Able to build effective relationships with pupils, colleagues and families.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Comfortable supporting pupils in a range of educational, therapeutic and physical activities, including swimming and sports.
• Committed to learning and professional development.

What's On Offer

• Competitive salary and opportunities for additional responsibility payments.
• Funded training and career development opportunities.
• Employee wellbeing and assistance programmes.
• Staff recognition and reward schemes.
• Enhanced DBS provided.
• Opportunities for progression within a growing and supportive organisation.

If you are looking for a rewarding career where you can positively impact the lives of children and young people while developing your own skills and experience, I'd love to hear from you.