Teaching Assistant Junior School

GDST; Prenton; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Birkenhead High School Academy (BHSA), part of the Girls’ Day School Trust (GDST), is seeking a Teaching Assistant for the Junior School on a fixed term to 31 August 2027. This 36-hour per week, term-time role offers a salary of £26,846 per annum (actual £21,890 pro-rata) and includes 176 days plus 5 inset days.

You will support high standards of achievement and work as part of a friendly, aspirational team.

Qualifications

• An enthusiastic and highly motivated individual eager to make a positive contribution to the aspirational vision for this thriving academy.
• A dynamic and innovative practitioner who is passionate about their subject and the impact it can have on a young person’s development and all-round education.
• Someone who values working as part of a team to ensure the highest possible standards of achievement and attainment.

Job description

EmployerBirkenhead High School Academy - GDSTLocationPrenton, MerseysideContract TypeFixed term contractHoursFull TimeContract LengthFixed Term to 31st August 2027Salary£26,846 pa – Actual - £21,890Posted21st September 2026Start DateAs Soon As PossibleExpires8th October 2026 09:00 PMContract TypeFixed term contractStart DateAs Soon As PossibleJob ID1575235Start DateAs Soon As PossibleContract Type :Fixed term contractContract Length: Fixed Term to 31st August 2027Job ID: 1575235Teaching Assistant Junior SchoolBirkenhead High School AcademyStart date: As soon as possibleContract type: Fixed Term to 31st August 2027Hours: 36 hours/5 days per week/term time (176 days) plus 5 inset daysSalary: £26,846 pa – Actual - £21,890This is an exceptional opportunity for an excellent Teaching Assistant to join a beacon of excellence in girls’ education and make a positive contribution to the aspirational vision of a thriving academy.The successful candidate will be an enthusiastic and highly motivated individual eager to make a positive contribution to the aspirational vision for this thriving academy.They will be a dynamic and innovative practitioner who is passionate about their subject and the impact it can have on a young person’s development and all-round education.They will also be someone who values working as part of a team ensuring the highest possible standards of achievement and attainment.BHSA is an all through 3-19 years girls’ academy sponsored by the Girls’ Day School Trust, and is, and will continue to be, a highly successful centre of education where every student matters, where expectations of all members of our community are high and where personal achievement and fulfilment are valued and sought after.BHSA promises the highest level of academic provision alongside an extensive programme of enrichment activities, and all within a friendly and supportive family environment.BHSA places a high value on CPD and supports all staff in accessing top quality training.Closing date for applications: Thursday 8th October 2026 9amInterviews will be held on: Tuesday 13th October 2026References for shortlisted candidates will be requested prior to interview.If you have not heard from us by Monday 12th October you should assume you have not been shortlisted for interview on this occasion.We are committed to the safeguarding of children and child protection; Enhanced DBS screening and online searches apply to this post.Academy Safeguarding Policy Sept 2026GDST Online Safety Policy 2026GDST School Staff Code of ConductWhistleblowing PolicySafeguarding Statement:The Girls’ Day School Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection checks appropriate to the post, including online searches and checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.