Teaching Assistant

Academics; Upton CP; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily pay

Regular shift opportunities

Professional education and training

Job summary

Academics in Birkenhead is seeking a compassionate Teaching Assistant to join a supportive primary school team. You will provide targeted classroom support, assist with literacy, phonics and maths, and help pupils with additional learning needs.

This placement offers a daily pay rate of £95-£105, regular shifts across Birkenhead, and access to professional development through our training resources. An Enhanced DBS check is required, and training is provided.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant in primary, early years, or SEN setting.
• Enhanced DBS check registered on Update Service.
• Empathetic, patient with strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Targeted classroom support during literacy, phonics and maths lessons.
• SEN and inclusion strategies with visual aids for children needing extra support.
• Collaborate with the primary teacher to maintain an organized, safe classroom climate.
• Promote positive behaviour, social interaction and self-confidence across activities.

Skills

Empathy and communication

Patience

Adaptability

Team collaboration

Education

DBS Check (Enhanced) with Update Service

Job description

Teaching Assistant

Location: Birkenhead, Wirral

Pay Rate: £95 - £105 per day

Support Inclusive Primary Learning in Birkenhead

Are you a compassionate, dedicated educational supporter passionate about removing learning barriers for young children? Academics is currently seeking an adaptable Teaching Assistant to join a highly supportive primary school community located in Birkenhead.

This rewarding placement combines general classroom assistance with targeted support for children with additional educational needs (SEN). Paying a reliable rate of £95 - £105 per day, it offers a fantastic opportunity to make a direct impact while developing your practical portfolio in education and training. Working through Academics gives you access to welcoming local schools in Birkenhead, consistent placements, and flexible work choices tailored to your schedule.

Key Responsibilities

• Targeted Classroom Support: Assist individual pupils and small groups during structured literacy, phonics, and maths lessons.
• SEN & Inclusion: Implement tailored strategies and visual aids for children requiring extra learning support in Birkenhead.
• Classroom Management: Collaborate with the primary teacher to maintain an organized, safe, and positive classroom climate.
• Social & Emotional Wellbeing: Encourage positive behaviour, social interaction, and self-confidence across all activities in Birkenhead.

Candidate Profile

• Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant within a primary school, early years, or SEN setting.
• A patient, empathetic approach with strong communication skills and emotional resilience.
• A proactive commitment to personal development and continuous professional education and training.
• An Enhanced DBS check registered on the Update Service (or a willingness to process a new one through Academics).

Why Choose Academics on the Wirral?

When you join Academics as a Teaching Assistant, you partner with a trusted local agency that values your dedication. We offer competitive daily pay (£95 - £105 per day), regular shift opportunities across Birkenhead, and ongoing access to professional education and training resources to help you advance your career in education.

If you are an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant ready to support young learners in Birkenhead, we would love to hear from you.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy