Advanced Level Teaching Assistant

Knowsley Libraries; Knowsley, Nottingham; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 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 the Inclusion Faculty. The postholder will work with a small group of students in the school's care centre provision, a setting for pupils at risk of permanent exclusion.

The role is 30 hours per week, term-time plus a work-back element, 46 weeks, NJC Grade F, SCP 12-17; salary will reflect SCP scale and terms. Closing date 2 November 2026.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Work with a small group of students in the school's care centre provision.
• Support pupils at risk of permanent exclusion and promote inclusion.
• Be flexible and adaptable when engaging disengaged learners.
• Work well in a team and independently to deliver support.
• Follow safeguarding policies and relate well to young people.

Skills

Safeguarding knowledge

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

Teaching assistant level 3 qualification

English and maths Level 2 or equivalent

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