Trainee Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Trainee Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Liverpool. This full-time role from June to December 2025 offers a unique opportunity to support children's learning and development, particularly for those with Special Educational Needs (SEN). Ideal candidates include graduates in education-related fields, youth workers, or sports coaches with a passion for mentoring. With full training and support provided, this is a chance to make a meaningful impact in children's lives while gaining valuable experience in the education sector.

Benefits

Free child protection training

Ongoing support and training

Assistance with DBS checks

Qualifications

• No formal school experience required, just a proactive attitude and passion for education.
• Graduates or individuals with relevant experience are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning across the classroom.
• Work with pupils on a one-to-one or small group basis.
• Help children with SEN access the curriculum.

Skills

Proactive attitude

Willingness to learn

Passion for supporting children

Education

Degree in education or related field

Experience in youth work or coaching

Job description

Start: June 2025 | End: December 2025 | Full-time

Are you looking to take your first step into the education sector?
A welcoming primary school in Clubmoor (L13), Liverpool, is looking for an enthusiastic Trainee Teaching Assistant to join their team from June to December 2025.

This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals who are passionate about supporting children in their learning and development, especially those interested in Special Educational Needs (SEN).

We are particularly interested in hearing from:

• Graduates in subjects linked to education, child development, psychology, or special needs

• Youth workers with experience supporting young people in structured settings

• Sports coaches with experience in mentoring or delivering physical education sessions

• Individuals with volunteering or informal experience working with children or young people

No formal school experience is required – just a proactive attitude, willingness to learn, and a genuine passion for making a difference in children’s lives.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting teaching and learning across the classroom

• Working with pupils on a one-to-one or small group basis

• Helping children with SEN access the curriculum

• Supporting classroom management and routines

To apply, you must be available full-time from June through to December 2025. Full training and ongoing support provided.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.