Teaching Assistant

Job Title

Teaching Assistant (Special Educational Needs)

Location

Wirral, Merseyside, North West England

Employment Type

Part-time, Temporary

Job Description

Vetro are seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a reputable school in Wirral. This role offers an exciting opportunity to support students with special educational needs within a caring and inclusive environment. The successful candidate will work closely with the SENDCO and classroom staff to promote student development and well-being.

Vetro also has a range of other job opportunities available across the Wirral, in a variety of settings.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting students' development in a safe, secure, and challenging environment.
• Meeting the physical and medical needs of students according to individual care plans while encouraging independence.
• Developing an understanding of students’ specific needs to facilitate effective learning.
• Promoting inclusion within the classroom and displaying students’ work to reflect their achievements.
• Assisting with personal hygiene and self-help skills.
• Facilitating small group and 1-1 interventions such as social skills, homework support, and other targeted activities as directed by the SENDCO.

Requirements & Qualifications

• A positive attitude and a commitment to supporting student development.
• Experience working with children or young people, particularly in special educational needs settings, is desirable but not essential.
• An understanding of safeguarding policies and procedures.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Enhanced DBS clearance (or willingness to obtain).

Why Join Us?

• Competitive pay with weekly wages and no payroll charges
• Support from an education-led consultant with a personal approach
• Free training opportunities to enhance your skills
• Entry into our Golden Ticket draw to win £500
• 24-hour online registration with enhanced DBS check
• Holiday pay (weekly or in a holiday pot)
• Contributed pension scheme

Vetro Recruitment acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Vetro is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merit alone.

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