Teaching Assistant - SEN

About Us: Finch Woods Academy caters for primary and secondary-aged pupils who present with social, emotional, mental health (SEMH) and complex needs. The academy provides personalised care and support to empower every pupil to gain qualifications, develop essential social skills, and build self-confidence for a happy and fulfilling future. You can read our most recent Ofsted report here: Finch Woods Academy - Open - Find an Inspection Report - Ofsted

Key Requirements: We are looking to recruit 3 Teaching Assistants who are committed to improving the outcomes and life chances of young people with complex special educational needs, and who have the ability to inspire pupils to achieve their full potential. The successful candidates will have had experience of working with children with additional needs and behavioural difficulties. An interest in Phonics, Science, Music and/or ICT is desirable, but not essential.

The new Teaching Assistants will be able to work as part of a dedicated and committed team of professionals in a range of academic and pastoral areas. Candidates must be able to build positive relationships and manage pupils’ behaviour effectively within a classroom environment. An ability to be proactive, resourceful and energetic is essential.

If you want to make a difference to the lives of children, please get in touch and arrange to come and visit Finch Woods Academy before making your application. Candidates should contact Julie Beckett at Finch Woods Academy on 0151 294 2707 x 2502 to arrange a visit.

In return we can offer you a very supportive and dedicated team; excellent working conditions; entry to an occupational pension scheme and commitment to professional development.

Please read the Job Description and Person Specification for full details.

The selection process will include an interview and job-related task(s)

Manor Hall Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be appointed subject to Enhanced DBS and pre-employment checks, including, confirmation of appropriate qualifications and professional references.

Please also note that if you are shortlisted for the role, we will conduct an online search as part of our due diligence on the shortlisted candidates. This may help identify any incidents or issues that have happened, and are publicly available online, which may indicate that you are unsuitable to work with children, and that we may want to explore with you at interview.

Shortlisting will commence on 1 July 2026, and interviews will be held on the 3 July 2026.