Join TalentBoard as a motivated Teaching Assistant supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) in both mainstream and specialist SEND schools across the Wirral.

Whether you're an experienced Teaching Assistant or someone with transferable skills from care, social work, youth work, sports coaching, or other support roles — we welcome your application!

 

 

Key Responsibilities:

• Support teachers in delivering engaging, inclusive lessons tailored to individual needs.

• Assist pupils with SEND to ensure full participation and progress in classroom activities.

• Promote positive behaviour and create a nurturing learning environment.

• Engage students in age-appropriate developmental activities.

• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and support staff to monitor and enhance pupil progress.

• Prepare learning materials and maintain a safe, structured classroom.

• Provide personal care support when required, with dignity and sensitivity.

• Uphold safeguarding responsibilities by promoting the welfare of children and young people, and ensuring all actions align with school policies on child protection and safety.

 

Ideal Candidate:

• Experience working with children or adults with SEND is desirable.

• We also welcome applicants from non-educational backgrounds with relevant experience (e.g. support workers, carers, youth mentors).

• Strong communication skills and a genuine passion for supporting children’s development.

• Knowledge of SEND strategies and inclusive education practices is a plus.

• Empathetic, patient, and proactive team player.

 

Why Join TalentBoard?

• Flexible working options – full-time and part-time roles available.

• Competitive PAYE rates with weekly pay.

• Access to our exclusive online CPD training platform.

• Personalised support from a dedicated recruitment consultant.

• Gain valuable experience in SEND education in settings across the area.

• Develop highly transferable skills for careers in education, care, and social support.

• Work in a rewarding role that makes a real difference in children’s lives.

All successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS check as part of our safeguarding procedures.

 

Apply now to start your journey in SEND education — whether you're experienced or looking to transition from a related field, we’d love to hear from you!