Teaching Assistant

Cavendish View School provides a nurturing and stimulating education for pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition (A.S.C) and special education needs (S.E.N) from the ages of 5 to 11 years.

We provide every child with an exceptional educational experience which is enjoyable, stimulating and supportive, enabling them to reach their full potential. We are a small school but we have big ideas and do not set limits on what our children can both aspire to and achieve. Our goal is to give the children at Cavendish View School a window on the wider world.

Pupils benefit from a multi-disciplinary team consisting of teachers, a family liaison officer, teaching assistants, a speech and language therapist, an occupational therapist and a mental health practitioner.

Salary £12.40 per hour

Join Our Team as a Teaching Assistant

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and Special Educational Needs (SEN)? Cavendish School in Liverpool is seeking enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistants to support pupils aged 5–11.

Your Role Will Include:

• Supporting the class teacher to deliver high-quality, inclusive education tailored to individual student needs.
• Providing one-to-one or small group support to help students access the curriculum and develop independence.
• Assisting in creating a stimulating and well-organised classroom environment suited to learners with ASC, Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN), and complex needs.
• Helping students manage sensory needs by implementing sensory diets and self-regulation strategies, guided by the professional team.
• Supporting the development of life skills and independence, which may include aspects of personal care.

Our Core Values:  

➡️Supportive: Helping everyone reach their full potential.  

➡️Ambitious: Striving for the best outcomes.  

➡️Loyal: Prioritising our staff and the people we support. 

➡️Unique: Innovating without compromising quality. 

➡️Transparent: Fostering openness and mutual respect. 

➡️Engaging: Partnering with everyone involved. 

➡️Meaningful: Offering fulfilling opportunities.  

Why Choose Us?  

✅Emotional Support: 24/7 Employee Assistance, mental health resources, meditation apps, and bereavement support.  

✅ Medical Support: Free Online GP access, Health Cash Plan, Cancer Cover, and Menopause support.  

✅ Financial Support: Flexible pay with Wagestream, utility bill savings, Money Helper, and Life Assurance.  

✅ Physical Support: Online workouts, Cycle to Work scheme, gym discounts, and National Trust activities.  

Still not convinced?  

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 ♿ Proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer.

Salutem Care and Education is dedicated to protecting and promoting the well-being of children, young adults, and vulnerable individuals. As part of our safer recruitment process, the successful candidate will be required to complete thorough pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS and, where applicable, overseas criminal record checks.