Additional Needs Teaching Assistant

SEND Teaching Assistant
Skelmersdale
£109 per day | Term Time Only
8:30am - 3:30pm | Monday to Friday
Are you from a care, support work, or hands-on background and ready to take your skills into the classroom?
We're looking for a dedicated and compassionate SEND Teaching Assistant to support pupils with additional needs in schools across Skelmersdale. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference, particularly suited to those with experience in care or support roles who are confident providing personal care.

About the Role

In this role, you'll play a key part in supporting students with special educational needs, helping them to access learning and thrive in a safe, structured environment.
Your responsibilities will include:
* Providing 1:1 and small group support
* Supporting pupils with complex and additional needs
* Assisting with personal care where required
* Promoting independence, confidence, and positive behaviour
* Working closely with teachers and support staff to deliver tailored learning

What We're Looking For

We're keen to hear from individuals who are:
* Experienced in care, support work, or similar hands-on roles
* Confident supporting individuals with additional or complex needs
* Comfortable providing personal care
* Patient, resilient, and adaptable in a school environment
* Passionate about making a meaningful impact on young people's lives

Why Apply?

* A rewarding role where no two days are the same
* A great pathway into education from care or support work
* Valuable experience within a school setting
* Supportive team environment
If you're ready to bring your care experience into education and take on a fulfilling new challenge in Skelmersdale, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today.