Experienced Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Widnes; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive weekly pay

Flexible day-to-day assignments

Long-term opportunities

Free CPD and development courses

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is seeking passionate Teaching Assistants to support primary schools across the Widnes area. The roles include day-to-day cover and long-term placements with immediate starts available.

We offer competitive weekly pay, flexible assignments to suit availability, and ongoing support from a local consultant. DBS check required; enhanced DBS on Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children or young people.
• A positive, patient and proactive approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• A genuine passion for supporting children's learning and development.
• Experience supporting SEN pupils is advantageous but not essential.
• Relevant qualifications (Level 2, Level 3 TA or above) are desirable, though not essential for candidates with suitable experience.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils within the classroom environment
• Delivering 1:1 and small group interventions
• Assisting children with Special Educational Needs (SEN)
• Encouraging pupil engagement and positive behaviour
• Working closely with teachers and other support staff
• Helping to create a safe, inclusive and nurturing learning environment

Job description

Teaching Assistants Required – Widnes (WA7)

Day-to-Day & Long-Term Opportunities | Immediate Starts Available

£14.25 - £15.50 per hour (DOE)

Are you a passionate and reliable Teaching Assistant looking for flexible work or a longer-term role in education?

Teaching Personnel is currently recruiting Teaching Assistants to support a number of welcoming primary schools across the Widnes area. Due to our growing partnerships with local schools and increasing demand for supply staff, we have multiple opportunities available for candidates seeking both day-to-day cover and long-term placements.

We are looking for individuals who can support in both general classroom roles and SEN positions, helping pupils to thrive academically, socially and emotionally.

Your Responsibilities May Include:

• Supporting pupils within the classroom environment
• Delivering 1:1 and small group interventions
• Assisting children with Special Educational Needs (SEN)
• Encouraging pupil engagement and positive behaviour
• Working closely with teachers and other support staff
• Helping to create a safe, inclusive and nurturing learning environment

We Are Looking For:

• Previous experience working with children or young people
• A positive, patient and proactive approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A genuine passion for supporting children's learning and development
• Experience supporting SEN pupils is advantageous but not essential
• Relevant qualifications (Level 2, Level 3 TA or above) are desirable, though not essential for candidates with suitable experience

What We Offer:

• Competitive weekly pay
• Flexible day-to-day assignments to suit your availability
• Long-term and potential permanent opportunities
• Access to free CPD and professional development courses
• Ongoing support from a dedicated local consultant
• Opportunities to gain experience across a range of local primary schools

Whether you're an experienced Teaching Assistant, a graduate looking to gain classroom experience, or someone with transferable skills from care, youth work or support roles, we'd love to hear from you.

Immediate starts available. Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one) is required.

• All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
• All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
• Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
• We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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