Teaching Assistant - Alternative Provision

Job Title: Teaching Assistant - Special Resource Provision

Location: Wirral, Merseyside

Pay Rate: 95-105 per day

Employment Type: Temporary, long-term 5 days per week in term-time

Job Overview

A fantastic opportunity has become available for a Teaching Assistant - Special Resource Provision in Wirral, supporting pupils within a specialist provision aged 11-18. This Teaching Assistant - Special Resource Provision role is ideal for someone passionate about inclusive education, SEND, and creating positive outcomes for learners with Autism and Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN). Working in this alternative provision, you will help pupils access the curriculum, build independence, and feel safe, supported, and included. The service operates with a strong focus on safeguarding, pupil wellbeing, and best practice aligned to Ofsted expectations.

Key Responsibilities

As a Teaching Assistant - Special Resource Provision based in Wirral, your daily duties will include:

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEND, including Autism and Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN)
• Promoting inclusion by supporting pupils to access mainstream learning, routines, and wider school life
• Supporting the class teacher with behaviour support strategies, structure, and consistent expectations
• Supporting day-to-day operations in your role as a Teaching Assistant - Special Resource Provision to ensure high standards of care, safeguarding, and compliance
• Assisting with targeted interventions, recording progress, and contributing to evidence of pupil outcomes

Requirements & Qualifications

To be successful as a Teaching Assistant - Special Resource Provision, you will need:

• Level 2 or Level 3 Supporting Teaching and Learning (or equivalent), or strong relevant school-based experience
• Proven experience working as a Teaching Assistant - Special Resource Provision or in a similar SEND, education, or specialist support setting
• Strong practical knowledge of safeguarding, child protection procedures, and inclusive practice (including supporting Autism and SLCN)
• Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one) and the right to work in the UK

Benefits & Work Environment

• Competitive pay package tailored to experienced Teaching Assistant - Special Resource Provision candidates
• Ongoing training and development within a supportive education setting

If you are a qualified Teaching Assistant - Special Resource Provision looking for an exciting new opportunity in Wirral, apply today!

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