KS1 Teaching Assistant

Aspire People; Liverpool City Region; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking a committed Academic Intervention Teaching Assistant to join a primary school in Wavertree, Liverpool. This full-time role focuses on supporting KS1 pupils through tailored interventions and in-class assistance for children with special educational needs. Ideal candidates should have relevant teaching assistant experience, strong communication skills, and a passion for children's development. Competitive pay and opportunities for career growth are offered.

Benefits

Competitive weekly pay

Ongoing support and CPD

Refer a Friend Bonus of £250

£100 Joining Bonus after 10 days of work

Qualifications

• Experience as a Teaching Assistant is required.
• Confidence in delivering small-group interventions.
• Must be patient and proactive with children.

Responsibilities

• Support learning across KS1 with targeted interventions.
• Assist with phonics, reading, writing, and maths development.
• Provide in-class support for pupils with SEND.

Skills

Experience working as a Teaching Assistant in a primary school setting

Confidence supporting small groups and intervention work in KS1

Experience supporting children with SEND

Strong communication and behaviour management skills

Genuine passion for supporting children's learning

Job description

Position: Academic Intervention Teaching Assistant - Full-time
Location: Wavertree, Liverpool
Start Date: January 2026 -July 2026
Salary: £90 - £105 per day (dependent on experience)

Aspire People are working with a large, welcoming Primary School in Wavertree, Liverpool, who are seeking a committed and nurturing Teaching Assistant to support pupils in KS1. This full-time role is to start in January and is offered on a long-term basis until July 2026.

The successful candidate will work closely with the class teacher to deliver small-group interventions, while also providing targeted support to pupils within the classroom, including children with SEND needs. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive school community that values inclusion, teamwork, and pupil progress.

The role:

• Supporting learning across KS1 through targeted interventions and small-group work
• Assisting with phonics, reading, writing, and early maths development
• Providing in-class support for pupils with SEND, adapting tasks where required
• Helping to implement individual support strategies and EHCP targets (where applicable)
• Encouraging positive behaviour, confidence, and independence
• Creating a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment
• Working collaboratively with class teachers, SEND staff, and senior leaders
• Monitoring pupil progress and feeding back to teaching staff

What we're looking for:

• Experience working as a Teaching Assistant in a primary school setting
• Confidence supporting small groups and intervention work in KS1
• Experience supporting children with SEND (autism, ADHD, learning delays, etc.)
• A patient, caring, and proactive approach
• Strong communication and behaviour management skills
• A genuine passion for supporting children's learning and development
• The ability to provide two professional references
• Have, or be willing to obtain, an Enhanced DBS check

What we offer:

• A supportive partnership with Aspire People, one of the UK's leading education recruitment agencies
• Long-term, rewarding placements with opportunities to develop your career
• Competitive weekly pay reflecting your skills and experience
• Ongoing support and CPD from experienced education consultants
• Refer a Friend Bonus of £250
• £100 Joining Bonus once you complete 10 days of work with us - no obligation!

If you're passionate about helping KS1 pupils achieve their full potential through focused, high-quality interventions, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply below with your up-to-date CV.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.