Additional Needs Support Assistants

Job Title: Additional Needs Support Assistant

Location: Liverpool, Merseyside, North West England

Employment Type: Part-time, Temporary

Job Description:
Vetro are seeking a passionate, motivated Additional Needs Support Assistant to join a dedicated team at a highly regarded primary school in Liverpool. The school caters to children aged 2–11 years with severe or profound learning and/or physical needs, including complex autism. This role offers a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference in pupils’ lives within a supportive and innovative environment.

Vetro also has a range of other job opportunities available across Liverpool, in a variety of settings.

Key Responsibilities:
As an Additional Needs Support Assistant, your daily duties will include:

• Supporting teaching and learning for pupils with severe learning difficulties, profound and multiple learning difficulties, or autism.
• Assisting in the delivery of individualised therapy or care programmes designed by healthcare professionals.
• Supporting pupils with personal care needs, including toileting, hygiene, and feeding.
• Administering medication and supporting physical intervention when necessary, following training and school policies.
• Contributing to the development and implementation of individual learning plans.
• Supporting communication through the use of Makaton signing, PECS, and assisted technologies.
• Assisting with classroom organisation, resource preparation, and display creation.
• Supervising pupils during break and lunchtime, facilitating games and activities.
• Participating in educational visits and out-of-school activities.
• Promoting inclusive learning and supporting pupils’ social and personal development.

Requirements & Qualifications:
To be successful as an Additional Needs Support Assistant, you will need:

• NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent) in Supporting Teaching and Learning or relevant qualification.
• Good literacy and numeracy skills (Level 2 or above in English and Maths).
• Experience working with children with special educational needs, ideally in a challenging environment.
• Knowledge of safeguarding policies and procedures, including the school’s Child Protection Policy.
• Ability to support pupils with physical, behavioural, and communication needs.
• Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to undergo one).
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive pay with weekly wages and no payroll charges
• Support from an education-led consultant with a personal approach
• Free training opportunities to enhance your skills
• Entry into our Golden Ticket draw to win £500
• 24-hour online registration with enhanced DBS check
• Holiday pay (weekly or in a holiday pot)
• Contributed pension scheme

If you are a qualified Additional Needs Support Assistant seeking a fulfilling role in Liverpool, apply today! This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a caring and forward-thinking school committed to making a difference.

Vetro Recruitment acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. We are an equal opportunities employer, and decisions are made on merit alone.