SEND Teaching Assistant - Sports & Behaviour Specialists Wanted

SEND Teaching Assistant - Sports & Behaviour Specialists Wanted

Location: Wirral
Pay: 95 - 120 per day (depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate & September roles available
Reference: INDMAN-WIR-SEND01

Are you from a sports, coaching, youth work or behaviour support background and looking to make a real impact in education?

Empowering Learning are working with a range of primary and secondary schools across the Wirral who are seeking resilient, energetic and passionate SEND Teaching Assistants to support pupils with additional needs, including SEMH, autism, ADHD and challenging behaviour.

The Role

• Supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis or in small groups
• Managing behaviour and promoting positive engagement strategies
• Using sports, coaching or activity-based approaches to build relationships
• Working closely with teachers and SENCOs to support learning and development
• Creating a safe, structured and supportive classroom environment

Ideal Candidates Will Have:

• Background in sports coaching, mentoring, youth work, or behaviour support
• Experience working with children or young people with SEND or SEMH needs
• Strong behaviour management skills and resilience
• A calm, patient and proactive approach
• A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable learners

What Empowering Learning Offers:

• Competitive daily rates ( 95- 120) - above many standard TA agency roles
• Flexible work: day-to-day, long-term and permanent opportunities
• Opportunity to work in a variety of supportive Wirral schools
• Access to free CPD and training, including behaviour management & SEND
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant who understands your background

Why This Role?

This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals from sport and coaching environments to transition into education, where your skills in motivation, discipline, and relationship-building are highly valued.

Empowering Learning offers competitive hourly rates, professional support, and opportunities for CPD.

Empowering Learning is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of young people. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and subject to an Enhanced DBS check and two professional references.