Part Time Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Roby Mill; On-site; GBP 19,630 - 22,041; Part time

Job summary

Mainstream Primary School in Skelmersdale (WN8) is seeking a part-time Teaching Assistant to support pupils across EYFS, KS1 or KS2 from September 2026. The fixed-term contract runs for the full academic year during term time only.

You will work with class teachers to support learning, assist small groups, monitor progress and help foster an inclusive classroom environment. Experience in UK schools is essential.

Qualifications

• Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent) as essential
• Experience in a UK mainstream classroom is essential
• Patience, positivity and a nurturing approach to support learning and behaviour
• Ability to work both independently and within a team
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

Responsibilities

• Support pupils' learning across EYFS, KS1 or KS2
• Assist class teachers with delivery of lessons and activities
• Provide individual or small group support tailored to pupils’ needs
• Encourage positive behaviour and build relationships with pupils
• Help monitor and report on pupil progress and engagement
• Support a calm, inclusive learning environment

Skills

Level 2 Teaching Assistant

UK classroom experience

Patience & nurturing approach

Teamwork

Education

Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Part Time Teaching Assistant

Mainstream Primary School – Skelmersdale (WN8) – Start Date: September 2026 – Contract: Fixed Term (Full Academic Year) – Hours: Part time (16 - 20 hours per week) (Term Time Only) – Pay: £14.25 - £16 per hour (paid weekly)

Are you passionate about supporting young learners and helping them achieve their full potential? Do you enjoy working closely with children to foster confidence and progress in their learning?

The Head Teacher of a mainstream primary school in Skelmersdale (WN8) is seeking to appoint a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join their team from September 2026. This is a term-time-only position supporting pupils across EYFS, Key Stage 1 or Key Stage 2.

About the Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will work alongside class teachers to support the learning and development of pupils across various subjects and activities. You will assist both individual children and small groups, helping to close gaps in learning and promote a positive, inclusive classroom environment.

You will be an important part of a nurturing school community where every child's progress is recognised and encouraged.

Key Responsibilities

• Support pupils' learning across a range of curriculum areas in EYFS, Key Stage 1 or Key Stage 2
• Assist class teachers with the delivery of lessons and learning activities
• Provide individual or small group support tailored to pupils' needs
• Encourage positive behaviour and build positive relationships with pupils
• Help monitor and report on pupil progress and engagement
• Support a calm, purposeful, and inclusive learning environment

Essential Requirements

• Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent) - training available for anyone without this qualification
• Experience working in a UK mainstream classroom environment is essential
• Patience, positivity, and a nurturing approach to support learning and behaviour
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children

We Offer

• Weekly pay at a competitive hourly rate
• A supportive and welcoming team environment
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing training opportunities
• The chance to make a meaningful difference in children's early education

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.

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