School Learning Support Worker (SEND) – Wirral Schools

Full-Time & Part-Time Positions Available | Immediate Starts | Flexible Working

 

Are you looking for a rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference in the lives of children and young people with additional needs?

We are currently recruiting Learning Support Assistants and SEND Support Workers to work across a range of primary schools, secondary schools, specialist provisions, and alternative education settings throughout the Wirral.

 

Whether you have previous school-based experience or come from a background in care, support work, youth services, or mental health, this could be the ideal opportunity to begin or further your career in education.

 

The Role

 

As a Learning Support Worker, you will play a key role in helping pupils overcome barriers to learning and achieve positive outcomes both academically and personally.

 

Your responsibilities may include:

• Providing one-to-one support for pupils with SEND

• Assisting small groups with targeted learning activities

• Supporting children with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, SEMH needs, speech and language difficulties, and other additional needs

• Implementing Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) and individual support strategies

• Promoting positive behaviour and emotional regulation

• Encouraging independence, confidence, and social development

• Working closely with teachers, SENCOs, therapists, and support staff

• Maintaining a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment

• Following safeguarding and child protection procedures at all times

 

Who We're Looking For

 

We welcome applications from candidates with experience in:

• SEND Teaching Assistant roles

• Learning Support Assistant positions

• SEMH and behavioural support

• Residential care and support work

• Youth work and mentoring

• Mental health and wellbeing services

• Psychology and counselling-related fields

• Voluntary work involving children, young people, or vulnerable adults

 

Personal Qualities

 

Successful applicants will demonstrate:

• A passion for supporting children with additional needs

• Patience, empathy, and resilience

• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

• A positive and proactive attitude

• Reliability and a strong work ethic

• A commitment to inclusion and student wellbeing

 

What We Offer

 

• Flexible opportunities to fit around your lifestyl

• Competitive weekly PAYE pay with no umbrella deductions

• Access to ongoing SEND and safeguarding training

• Career development and CPD opportunities

• Dedicated support from an experienced education consultant

• Opportunities across a variety of Wirral schools and specialist settings

 

Requirements

 

• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one

• Right to Work in the UK

• A genuine interest in supporting children and young people with SEND

 

Apply Today

 

If you're ready to build a rewarding career supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), we'd love to hear from you.

Submit your CV today and join our growing network of Learning Support Assistants and SEND Support Workers across the Wirral.