Teaching Assistant

Academics; Ellesmere Port; On-site; GBP 17,527 - 19,372; Full time

Job summary

Academics is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant in Ellesmere Port to join a supportive primary school community. The role offers a daily pay rate of £95–£105 and opportunities for professional development, with placement in a local setting to support literacy and numeracy across classes.

The ideal candidate will have practical experience as a primary TA and be confident delivering maths, phonics, and literacy support while working closely with teachers and SEN teams.

Qualifications

• Practical experience as a primary Teaching Assistant is required.
• Strong confidence and competence in foundational maths, phonics, and literacy support.
• Willingness to participate in ongoing professional development and DBS clearance.

Responsibilities

• Academic interventions: plan and run small-group booster sessions for literacy and maths.
• Classroom logistics: support teacher and prepare learning resources in Ellesmere Port.
• Inclusive guidance: assist pupils with varying abilities, ensuring accessible lessons.
• Pupil monitoring: observe progress and relay updates to teachers and SEN teams in Ellesmere Port.

Skills

Primary TA experience

Maths support

Phonics support

Literacy support

Job description

Teaching Assistant

Location: Ellesmere Port, Cheshire

Pay Rate: £95 - £105 per day

Empower Core Learning in Ellesmere Port

Do you have a talent for breaking down complex concepts and helping young learners excel in core subjects? Academics is currently seeking an adaptable and skilled Teaching Assistant to join a supportive primary school community in Ellesmere Port.

"When a child masters a fundamental concept in maths or literacy, their whole attitude toward learning shifts - targeted classroom support makes that breakthrough possible."

This general classroom post combines whole-class support with dedicated focus on small-group booster groups. Paying £95 - £105 per day, it is an excellent fit for a support professional who enjoys variety and wants to deepen their hands‑on experience in education and training. Working with Academics gives you direct access to rewarding local opportunities, reliable daily rates, and a clear path for professional development.

Core Responsibilities

As a versatile Teaching Assistant, you will play an active role in raising attainment and keeping pupils engaged:

• Academic Interventions: Plan and execute small-group booster sessions tailored to literacy, reading comprehension, and key maths skills.
• Classroom Logistics: Collaborate with the primary teacher to maintain an orderly environment and prepare learning resources in Ellesmere Port.
• Inclusive Guidance: Assist children with varying abilities, ensuring lessons are accessible and tailored to individual learning speeds.
• Pupil Monitoring: Observe classroom performance and relay progress updates to class teachers and SEN support teams in Ellesmere Port.

Candidate Profile

• Practical experience serving as a primary Teaching Assistant.
• Strong confidence and competence in foundational maths, phonics, and literacy support.
• A dedicated approach to personal development and ongoing professional education and training.
• An Enhanced DBS check registered on the Update Service (or a willingness to process a new one via Academics).

Why Join Academics in Ellesmere Port?

At Academics, we connect talented educational support staff with schools where they can thrive. Joining our network as a Teaching Assistant in Ellesmere Port guarantees you top competitive pay (£95 - £105 per day), flexible working choices, and regular access to additional education and training modules to keep your skills current.

If you are a dedicated Teaching Assistant who wants to raise literacy and numeracy standards across Ellesmere Port classrooms, we want to hear from you.