KS2 SEND 1:1 Support Assistant
Location: Mainstream Primary School, Tuebrook, Liverpool
Start Date: 1st September 2026
Contract: Full Time, Initially Until December 2026 (with a view to continue)
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm, Term Time Only
Chalk Education is seeking an experienced and dedicated SEND 1:1 Support Assistant to work within a welcoming mainstream primary school in the Tuebrook area of Liverpool.
The role involves supporting a highly academic Key Stage 2 pupil with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC). The pupil is bright, capable and eager to learn but finds large social settings and some aspects of the busy school environment challenging. We are looking for a calm, nurturing and experienced individual who can provide consistent guidance and support throughout the school day, helping the child to access learning, develop independence and successfully navigate social situations.
The successful candidate will:
- Have previous experience supporting children with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
- Be confident providing 1:1 support within a mainstream primary setting
- Have a calm, patient and proactive approach
- Be able to build positive, trusting relationships with children and staff
- Support the pupil's emotional regulation, social interactions and engagement throughout the school day
- Help the child access learning and develop confidence and independence
- Be committed to providing consistency and continuity for the child
Essential Requirements:
- Previous experience supporting children with SEND, specifically autism
- Commitment to safeguarding
- Experience working within a primary school environment
- Full-time commitment from September through to December initially, with the possibility of the role continuing beyond this period
Benefits
- Support from dedicated and knowledgeable specialist consultants with 14 years' experience
- Continual professional development through FREE online training
- Competitive pay rates related to your experience (please note that the advertised pay rate is inclusive of holiday pay)
- Opportunities within a range of schools and provisions
- Refer a friend bonus with £100 each in vouchers
If you are an experienced SEND Support Assistant who is passionate about helping children thrive within mainstream education, we would love to hear from you.
To apply, register your interest with Chalk Education and submit your CV below.
About Chalk
At Chalk our direction, and long-term target, is to be the top specialist education agency out there, providing bespoke staffing solutions to schools and education provisions across the UK. We offer a personal service to all of our candidates, listening to your individual needs and taking into account your special requirements.
We recruit SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) staff for both mainstream schools, Special Needs Schools and alternative provisions, filling short-term, long-term and permanent vacancies. If you are looking for an honest, professional and committed attitude, then give Chalk a chance to earn your trust.
The Legal Bit
Chalk is an education recruitment agency committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people. Chalk promotes equal opportunities and diversity for employees, workers, and applicants. We follow new GDPR laws to ensure the protection and privacy of your data.
Pay: From £462.50 per week
Benefits:
- Canteen
- Casual dress
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
- Transport links
Work Location: In person
