Key Stage Two Teaching Assistant

Connex Education; Wirral; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking a Year 5 Teaching Assistant in Birkenhead, Wirral. The role offers 1:1 support for a child with special educational needs and general classroom assistance. Candidates should possess a relevant teaching assistant qualification, demonstrate strong literacy and numeracy skills, and have a current DBS or willingness to obtain one. This full-time position operates Monday to Friday with a competitive salary between £425 and £450 per week, reflecting experience and qualifications.

Benefits

Competitive weekly rate

Free access to CPD platform

Career progression opportunities

Wellbeing programme

Training for teaching apprenticeships

Qualifications

• Dependable and proactive individual with experience in supporting Key Stage 2 pupils.
• Current DBS on the update service or willingness to apply for a new one.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support for a child with SEND.
• Assist in general classroom support.
• Work with small groups of children to enhance learning.

Skills

Building positive relationships

Strong literacy

Strong numeracy

Good communication skills

Collaborative work

Patience and empathy

Education

A Level 2/3 teaching assistant qualification

GCSE English & Maths (Grade C/4 or above)

Job description

Role: Year 5 Teaching Assistant

Location: Birkenhead, Wirral

Salary: £425 – £450 per week (depending on experience and qualifications)

Working Hours: Full-time, Monday–Friday (8:30am – 3:30pm)

To apply, you must show proof of right to work in the UK.

About the Role

Are you ready to make a real difference as a Teaching Assistant?

Connex Education is partnering with a Primary School in Birkenhead to recruit a Year 5 Teaching Assistant. The role involves 1:1 support for a child with SEND as well as helping out providing general classroom support and working with small groups of children with additional needs to boost their learning. We are looking for someone dependable, proactive, and experienced in supporting Key Stage 2 pupils with SEND.

About the School

This welcoming two-form entry primary school nurtures curiosity, confidence, and wellbeing through a rich curriculum and strong community ties.

Assignment Details

This role runs Monday to Friday (8:30am–3:30pm). The position starts Tuesday 6 January 2026 and is likely to continue long term for the right person.

Benefits of working with Connex Education

• Competitive weekly rate.
• PAYE paid weekly.
• Free access to our accredited CPD platform.
• Career progression opportunities via our conversion courses.
• Wellbeing programme and refresher training for life in a 21st‑century classroom.
• Trainee teacher apprenticeship opportunities.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• A Level 2/3 teaching assistant qualification is desirable; however, those with relevant school experience will also be considered.
• GCSE English & Maths (Grade C/4 or above for both) or equivalent Level 2.
• Current DBS on the update service or willingness to apply for a new one through Connex.

Knowledge and Skills

• Builds positive, supportive relationships with pupils and staff to support teaching & learning.
• Upholds high standards of professional behaviour, presentation, and integrity.
• Committed to maintaining consistency in learning and behaviour expectations.
• Open to professional development and constructive feedback.
• Demonstrates strong literacy, numeracy, and communication skills.
• Works collaboratively within classroom routines, showing initiative and professionalism.
• Adapts to pupils’ varying needs and supports inclusion.
• Demonstrates patience, empathy, and consistency when supporting pupils of varying needs and abilities.
• Reliable, well‑presented, and committed to confidentiality and ongoing development.
• Sound understanding of classroom roles, routines, and expectations, and how to contribute effectively to these.
• Observant and reflective, able to recognise and respond to changes in behaviour or wellbeing.
• Awareness of safeguarding, confidentiality, and professional boundaries in a school setting.
• Committed to continuous personal development and open to feedback and training.

Are you interested?

If you are interested or would like to discuss more opportunities, please apply today!

Protected Characteristics Statement

All offers are conditional upon satisfactory background checks, including a DBS check. All appointments will be made subject to a DBS check. Connex Education Partnership is committed to a policy of equal opportunities. We respect and value cultural and religious diversity and will not discriminate based on age, gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin, religion, culture, marital status, or disability. Everyone is assessed on merit alone.