Advanced Level Teaching Assistant

Knowsley Libraries; Knowsley; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

Occupational Health and Pension

Job summary

Kirkby High School is seeking an Advanced Level Teaching Assistant to join its Inclusion Faculty. The postholder will work with a small group of students in the school's care centre, which supports learners at risk of permanent exclusion.

Candidate should have a teaching assistant level 3 qualification (desirable) and Level 2 English and maths (essential); training will be provided. Hours are 30 per week, 46 weeks (term time plus workback).

Qualifications

• Teaching assistant level 3 qualification desirable.
• Level 2 English and maths (or equivalent) essential.
• Experience with secondary pupils preferred; training provided.

Responsibilities

• Work with a small group of students in the care centre.
• Support students at risk of permanent exclusion.
• Contribute to safeguarding and welfare of pupils in a busy school environment.

Skills

Passion for education

Teamwork

Flexibility

Safeguarding knowledge

Motivation & inspiration

Education

TA Level 3 qualification desirable

Level 2 English and Maths essential

Job description

We are looking for driven and passionate people to work with us to deliver real benefits for children and families in Knowsley.

• Location: KIRKBY HIGH SCHOOL, External
• Contract: Permanent
• Working Pattern: Part Time/Term Time
• Hours: 30 hours per week.
• Closing Date: 02/11/2026 at 12:00
• Reference: External

Kirkby High School

ADVANCED LEVEL TEACHING ASSISTANT

School Care Centre

30 hours per week (9.00am-3.30pm), 46 week (term time plus workback element)

NJC Grade F, SCP 12-17

Required for 4 th January 2027

We are seeking an advanced level teaching assistant to join a successful and established Inclusion Faculty. The postholder will work with a small group of students in the schools’ care centre provision. Our care centre is a provision for students at risk of permanent exclusion. Experience with secondary pupils preferred but not essential as training will be provided.

A teaching assistant level 3 qualification is desirable and a level 2 in English and maths or equivalent is essential.

The successful candidate will:

• be passionate about supporting education
• bring energy and enthusiasm to the role
• be flexible and adaptable when working with students who are disengaged with learning
• have the ability to work well in a team and independently
• have a working knowledge of safeguarding policies and procedures
• have the ability to relate to young people
• be able to inspire, influence, challenge and motivate, leading by example

We offer:

• An opportunity to join a well-established, committed and successful team in an Academy with a strong ethos of teamwork and support
• An opportunity to join a friendly and supportive staff
• Free on-site parking
• Occupational Health and Pension

Kirkby High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and adheres to the Equality Act 2010. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment; any offer of employment will be subject to receipt of an enhanced DBS disclosure. To comply with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996 all prospective employees will be required to supply evidence of eligibility to work in the UK.

Closing date for applications: 12 noon, Monday 2 nd November 2026