Teaching Assistant

Aspire People; West Kirby; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Refer a Friend Bonus

Sign-up bonus

CPD support

Long-term placements

Job summary

Aspire People are partnering with a welcoming primary school in Wavertree, Liverpool to recruit a committed Teaching Assistant to support KS1 pupils.

This full-time, long-term role runs until December 2026 and starts ASAP, with daily pay of £95-£105 depending on experience. You will support phonics, reading, writing, and early maths, and assist SEND pupils within an inclusive classroom.

Qualifications

• Experience working as a Teaching Assistant in a primary school.
• Confidence supporting small groups and intervention work in KS1.
• Experience supporting children with SEND (autism, ADHD, learning delays, etc.)
• Ability to obtain two professional references and Enhanced DBS check

Responsibilities

• Supporting learning across KS1 through targeted interventions and small-group work
• Assisting with phonics, reading, writing, and early maths development
• Providing in-class support for pupils with SEND, adapting tasks where required
• Helping to implement individual support strategies and EHCP targets (where applicable)
• Encouraging positive behaviour, confidence, and independence
• Creating a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment
• Working collaboratively with class teachers, SEND staff, and senior leaders
• Monitoring pupil progress and feeding back to teaching staff

Skills

KS1 support

Small group intervention

SEND support

Communication

Behaviour management

Job description

Position: Teaching Assistant - Full-time

Location: Wavertree, Liverpool

Start Date: ASAP - December 2026

Salary: £95 - £105 per day (dependent on experience)

Aspire People are working with a large, welcoming Primary School in Wavertree, Liverpool, who are seeking a committed and nurturing Teaching Assistant to support pupils in KS1. This full-time role is available to start as soon as possible and is offered on a long-term basis until minimum December 2026.

The role

• Supporting learning across KS1 through targeted interventions and small-group work
• Assisting with phonics, reading, writing, and early maths development
• Providing in-class support for pupils with SEND, adapting tasks where required
• Helping to implement individual support strategies and EHCP targets (where applicable)
• Encouraging positive behaviour, confidence, and independence
• Creating a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment
• Working collaboratively with class teachers, SEND staff, and senior leaders
• Monitoring pupil progress and feeding back to teaching staff

What we’re looking for

• Experience working as a Teaching Assistant in a primary school setting
• Confidence supporting small groups and intervention work in KS1
• Experience supporting children with SEND (autism, ADHD, learning delays, etc.)
• A patient, caring, and proactive approach
• Strong communication and behaviour management skills
• A genuine passion for supporting children’s learning and development
• The ability to provide two professional references
• Have, or be willing to obtain, an Enhanced DBS check

What we offer

• A supportive partnership with Aspire People, one of the UK's leading education recruitment agencies
• Long-term, rewarding placements with opportunities to develop your career
• Competitive weekly pay reflecting your skills and experience
• Ongoing support and CPD from experienced education consultants
• Refer a Friend Bonus of £250
• £100 sign-up bonus once you complete 10 days of work with us – no obligation!

If you’re passionate about helping KS1 pupils achieve their full potential through focused, high-quality interventions and are available to start as soon as possible, we’d love to hear from you.