Job Description

Start date:

Immediate start (dependent on notice required)

Contract:

Permanent contract

36 hours weekly (Mon to Fri):

Monday 08:15 - 16:00 Tuesday 08:15 - 16:00 Wednesday 08:15 - 16:00 Thursday 08:15 - 16:00 Friday 08:15 - 15:45
39 weeks yearly (term-time plus 5 days)

Salary range:

Teaching Assistant Level 3 - Band F, scp 12-17 (24,146 - 26,192 per annum)

South Wirral High School is a vibrant and inclusive secondary school committed to providing exceptional education and support to all students. We are seeking two dedicated and compassionate

Level 3 Teaching Assistants

to join our experienced Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) team.

This is a rewarding opportunity for a motivated individual to make a meaningful impact on the lives of students requiring additional support. The successful candidate will work closely with students who have complex needs, including those requiring intimate care and tube feeding, and must be comfortable and willing to support these aspects of care as part of their role.

Key Requirements:

Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent) Experience supporting students with SEND in a secondary school setting Willingness to provide intimate care and tube feeding where required Strong communication and teamwork skills A nurturing and patient approach to supporting young people
We welcome applications from individuals with a passion for inclusive education and a commitment to supporting every student to thrive.

The Team:

The person appointed will join an experienced and innovative SEND team, supporting students with a range of special educational needs across the entire school.

This accompanying video will explain more about what it is like to work in this team:

Click here to view our video

You:

The applicant should have recent and relevant experience in a similar role or experience in the pastoral care of young people with SEND in another sector. You will be working with students providing additional support to them during school hours. Assisting the learning of Key Stage 3 and 4 students, you will be working with a variety of students in the classroom, as well as on a one-to-one basis when required.

The post will provide a professional development opportunity for anyone considering a career in teaching or working with young people.

How to Apply:

Closing Date: Friday 21 November 2025

Interview Date: week beginning Monday 24 November 2025

We are sorry that it will not be possible to contact unsuccessful candidates. Anyone who has not heard of the progress of their application by the close of Monday 24 November must assume it has been unsuccessful.

Please visit https://southwirral.wirral.sch.uk/vacancies for an application form.

Completed application form and letter of application to be addressed to Headteacher, and emailed to: recruitment@southwirral.wirral.sch.uk

Letters of application should address the person specification and job description.

The post is subject to an Enhanced Level DBS check.

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 based on suitability for the post regardless of sex, race or disability.

Our Safeguarding Policy can be found on our school's website: http://southwirral.wirral.sch.uk/policies/

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 24,146.00-26,192.00 per year

Work Location: In person