Teaching Assistant Level 2 (One to One SEND Support)

Grade and Salary Band: Band D SCP 5/6

Advert Closing Date: 12 noon on Friday, 16 January 2026

Interview Date: Monday, 19 January 2026

Location: Willow Tree Primary School, 3 Bedford Close, Huyton, Liverpool. L36 1XH

Contract Type: Fixed Term linked to additional pupil funding

End Date / Duration: 31/08/2026

2 Posts are available as follows:

27.50 hours per week – 09:15am – 3:15pm Monday to Friday with 30-minute unpaid lunch break. Term time only plus 5 Training Days (INSET). Actual Salary for part time and term time working is £17.519 per annum (including SEN Allowance)

Willow Tree Primary School thrives on a friendly, talented, and dedicated staff team committed to developing the potential of each and every one of our children. Join us on our journey and make a difference.

The Governors and Principal of our school are seeking two talented and committed Teaching Assistants Level 2 (One to One SEND Support) to join our team.

• The successful candidate will already have experience of working with children in a primary school setting and have:
• QCF Level 2 Supporting Teaching & Learning in Schools or equivalent qualification
• GCSE Maths and English Grade 4 or above (or equivalent qualification)
• Experience of working with children with SEN
• Knowledge of SEN strategies and interventions (e.g., autism, ADHD, dyslexia, speech & language difficulties).
• the skills to motivate, inspire and co-operate with their colleagues and children
• ability to use their own initiative and have a positive attitude towards the school ethos as well as be adaptable in situations
• excellent communication skills with children, staff, parents and the wider community
• a strong commitment supporting children’s learning and good behaviour
• a proven track record of good attendance

What we can offer you:

• an inclusive and diverse school community
• friendly, motivated, committed and highly skilled staff
• opportunities to work with colleagues from across the Trust
• a firm commitment to your professional development
• an innovative and forward-thinking Leadership Teama strong focus on staff wellbeing

Appointments will be confirmed subject to an Enhanced DBS check, two satisfactory references, online checks, and medical clearance.