Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant with a Focus on SEND - Permanent

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32.50 Hours Per Week 39 Weeks Per Year

Band D

Required from 01/09/2026

The Governors and Headteacher of Bedford Drive Primary School are looking to recruit an exceptional Level 2 SEND Teaching Assistant with a focus on SEND.

The successful candidates will:
Have a level 2/3 qualification;
Has a passion for supporting the needs of all children, especially those with SEND/EHCP.
Work collaboratively with staff to deliver the curriculum;
Have an understanding of and a commitment to Inclusion;
Have the ability to work as part of a team, but also use own initiative when required;
Have an understanding of strategies for managing behaviour;
Be able to build and maintain effective relationships with pupils;
Adapt to changing circumstances in a positive manner;
Have a friendly, fair and caring nature, reliable and dependable;
Have a good sense of humour.

Visits to the school are encouraged and warmly welcomed, they will take place on Friday 22nd May at 3.45pm. Please telephone: 0151 645 1561 or email rsheehan@bedforddrive.wirral.sch.uk to arrange this.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
All applicants will be considered on the basis of suitability for the post regardless of sex, race or disability.

Please return completed application forms with supporting letter to the Headteacher, Mrs Laura Horton via Rachel Sheehan, Headteachers PA, to rsheehan@bedforddrive.wirral.sch.uk

Interviews will take place the week of 8th June 2026.