Teaching Assistant

The Youth Education Service; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Temp-to-Perm pathways

Career progression opportunities

Free safeguarding CPD courses

CV support and interview preparation

Job summary

The Youth Education Service (YES) is recruiting Teaching Assistants to work across Alternative Provision and SEN settings in Liverpool. Start: September 2026. This temp-to-perm opportunity offers career progression and full training in safeguarding and education CPD.

Based in Liverpool (L13), you will be supported by a local education consultant throughout the placement. This role suits individuals who want to work with children and young people in a structured environment; no formal experience

Qualifications

• No formal school experience required; full training provided.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils in class, 1:1 or in small groups.
• Helping young people engage positively with learning.
• Promoting confidence, independence, and positive behaviour.
• Working closely with teaching and support staff.

Job description

The Youth Education Service (YES) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment checks, including an Enhanced DBS check (including a check against the Children’s Barred List where applicable), satisfactory references, and verification of the right to work in the UK.

Teaching Assistant

• Liverpool (L13)
• 08:30 - 15:30 | Term time only
• Start: September 2026
• Temp to Perm opportunity available
• Career progression opportunities

The Youth Education Service is recruiting Teaching Assistants to work across Alternative Provision and SEN settings in Liverpool.

We are currently working in partnership with specialist provisions in Liverpool that support pupils on short‑stay placements before reintegration into mainstream education. Due to ongoing demand, we are also registering candidates for other similar long‑term and temp-to-perm opportunities across Liverpool and surrounding areas.

This role is ideal for individuals who want to work with children and young people in a supportive, structured environment. No formal school experience or qualifications are required - full training, safeguarding CPD, and role preparation will be provided by The Youth Education Service.

What the Role Involves

• Supporting pupils in class, 1:1 or in small groups
• Helping young people engage positively with learning
• Promoting confidence, independence, and positive behaviour
• Working closely with teaching and support staff

Why Join The Youth Education Service

• Short temp-to-perm employment pathways - trial a school before committing long-term
• Round‑time support from a dedicated education consultant
• Access to 27+ FREE safeguarding and education CPD courses
• CV support and interview preparation tailored for education roles
• Full role preparation before you start
• Honest guidance and ongoing support with a local consultant
• If you are not successful for one role, we will actively support you into alternative opportunities across our partner schools

Who This Role Is Suitable For:

• Career changers
• Sports, coaching, youth work, care, or support backgrounds
• Graduates considering teacher training
• Individuals looking to start a career in education

A positive attitude, reliability, and willingness to learn are more important than previous experience.

Equality & Safeguarding

The Youth Education Service is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all backgrounds.

All roles are subject to enhanced safeguarding checks, references, and safer recruitment procedures in line with KCSIE.