Part Time Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Skelmersdale; On-site; GBP 19,286 - 22,041; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Supportive team environment

Induction and ongoing training

Job summary

Teaching Personnel are recruiting a Part Time Teaching Assistant for a mainstream primary school in Skelmersdale (WN8). The role is fixed-term for the full academic year, 16–20 hours per week during term time, with weekly pay at £14.25–£16 per hour. Start date is September 2026.

You will support pupils across EYFS to KS2, assist teachers, and provide targeted help in groups or one-to-one. Knowledge of safeguarding and a Level 2 TA qualification are essential.

Qualifications

• Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent) – training available for anyone without this qualification.
• Experience working in a UK mainstream classroom environment.
• 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.

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.

Skills

Patience

Positivity

Nurturing approach

Teamwork

Safeguarding knowledge

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?

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
• 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 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.

Safeguarding and Background Checks

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’. Candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. All candidates will receive free child protection and prevent duty training, with full assistance provided.