General Cover Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Birkenhead; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education staffing agency is looking for a passionate General Cover Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Birkenhead. The role involves supporting KS1 classes, assisting teachers with lessons and behaviour, and fostering a positive atmosphere for learning. Candidates should have experience working with children and a Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant qualification is desirable. This position offers a competitive pay rate of £13.75 to £15 per hour, with opportunities for professional development and a supportive community.

Benefits

Competitive rate of pay, paid weekly

Access to tailored CPD courses

Dedicated consultant support

Opportunities for long-term roles

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children or within a role with transferable skills.
• Commitment to being inclusive of each pupil and valuing their wellbeing.
• Proven strong behaviour management skills.

Responsibilities

• Support a class of KS1 pupils and offer additional support as required.
• Assist the classroom teacher with lesson delivery and behaviour management.
• Implement strategies to aid engagement and focus within the classroom.
• Encourage appropriate social interactions between children.

Skills

Experience working with children

Behaviour management skills

Patience and empathy

Education

Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent

Job description

General Cover Teaching Assistant

Location: Birkenhead (CH41)

Start Date: End of February 2026

Contract: Full-Time, Term-Time

Rate of Pay: £13.75 to £15 per hour

About the role:

We are excited to announce at Teaching Personnel that we are currently working with a thriving and welcoming school who are seeking a confident, friendly and passionate Teaching assistant to provide general cover to both KS1 classes. This will be a great opportunity for someone who is flexible and who has a drive for making a real difference to children’s educational journeys whilst also gaining new skills and experience to add to your professional development.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting a class of KS1 pupils and offering any additional support as and when required.
• Supporting the classroom teacher with delivery of lessons and behaviour management.
• Be able to implement any appropriate strategies to aid engagement and focus within the classroom.
• Encouraging appropriate social interactions between the children to create a positive atmosphere.
• Be able to liaise with the class teacher and all other colleague within the school to ensure good flow of communication.

About the school:

This primary School is a warm, nurturing, and faith‑led community located in the heart of Birkenhead.

With a strong reputation for inclusion, academic ambition, and personal development, the school welcomes children aged 2–11 into a caring and vibrant learning environment.

Why choose this school:

• A values‑driven, caring community that prioritises belonging and wellbeing.
• A strong commitment to helping children develop confidence, creativity, and a love of learning.
• Supportive relationships between staff, families, and the wider community, fostering a collaborative working culture.
• A positive, inclusive environment where diversity is valued, and every child feels recognised and supported.

What we are looking for:

• Previous Experience working with Children or within a role with transferable skills.
• Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent (Desirable).
• Commitment to being inclusive of each and every pupil and valuing their wellbeing.
• Have patience, empathy and strong behaviour managements skills.

Why chose Teaching Personnel:

• Competitive rate of pay, paid weekly via PAYE.
• Access to tailored and accredited CPD courses to build up your training portfolio including specialist Thrive and SEND courses.
• Access to a dedicated consultant who is available to help as and when needed.
• Opportunities for long-term roles and permanent placements.

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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.
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