Teaching Assistant- Birkenhead

Randstad UK; Wirral; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Flexible Working Models

Free CPD Courses

£300 Referral Bonus

Job summary

Randstad UK is hiring grounded, relatable adults to support students aged 11-16 across Birkenhead secondary schools. If you have a background in youth work, sports coaching, residential care, or alternative provision, your skills translate directly to what local schools need.

Requirements include proven experience with 11-16 year-olds and a DBS Update Service, or willingness to apply. The role offers flexible long-term placements, weekly PAYE pay, and opportunities for CPD in safeguarding and

Qualifications

• Proven experience supporting 11-16-year-olds in school, care or community settings.
• DBS Update Service or be ready to apply.
• Able to adapt to school environments and mentoring roles.

Responsibilities

• Keep KS3 and KS4 classrooms focused and productive alongside subject teachers.
• Run targeted, small-group revision and catch-up sessions in core subjects.
• Provide 1:1 support for students via a grounded, mentor-style approach.
• Assist during mock exam blocks as invigilator, reader, or scribe.

Skills

Youth work

KS3/KS4 support

DBS Update Service

Education

DBS (Update Service)

Job description

Secondary schools across Birkenhead are hiring grounded, relatable adults to work with students who need extra support outside standard classroom setups.

If you've got a background in youth work, sports coaching, residential care, or alternative provision, your skills translate directly to what local schools need right now.

What You Need:

• Proven experience supporting 11-16-year-olds in school, care, or community settings.
• DBS on the Update Service (or ready to apply).

Key Responsibilities:

• Keeping KS3 and KS4 classrooms focused and productive alongside subject teachers.
• Running targeted, small-group revision and catch-up sessions in core subjects.
• Providing 1:1 support for students who benefit from a grounded, mentor‑style approach.
• Assisting during mock exam blocks as an invigilator, reader, or scribe.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Pay: Rates reflective of your experience, paid weekly via PAYE.
• Flexible Working Models: Long‑term placements, fixed contracts, or flexible day‑to‑day supply.
• Free CPD Courses: Access to ongoing professional development modules including Safeguarding, Behaviour Management, and Classroom Practice.
• £300 Referral Bonus: Earn £300 in vouchers for every qualified teacher you refer to us!