Welfare Officer - Speke

Teaching Personnel; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A primary education provider in Speke is looking for a compassionate Welfare Assistant to support children's health and wellbeing. This full-time temp-to-perm position offers a pay rate of £13.75 - £14.50 per hour. The ideal candidate will be experienced in child support roles, organized, and knowledgeable in safeguarding and health protocols. Join a dedicated team to make a positive impact in the community.

Benefits

Excellent rates of pay via PAYE

Personal Consultant support

Variety of roles and opportunities

Digital services for easy communication

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for supporting children’s welfare and wellbeing.
• Good attention to detail in maintaining accurate records.
• Experience in a school or similar setting is ideal.
• Knowledge of first aid and health & safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Support the health and wellbeing of pupils.
• Work with staff and families to meet physical and emotional needs.
• Create a nurturing environment for children to thrive.

Skills

Caring and approachable

Highly organised and reliable

Experienced in working with children

Knowledgeable about safeguarding

Job description

Teaching Personnel

Location: Speke (L24)

Contract: Temp to Perm

Schedule: Full Time

Start Date: September 2025

Pay Rate: £13.75 - £14.50 per hour

We are seeking a compassionate and proactive Welfare Assistant to join our caring and dedicated team at our primary school in Speke. The school is a warm, inclusive, and forward-thinking primary school at the heart of the Speke community in South Liverpool. It prides itself on fostering a nurturing and safe environment where every child is encouraged to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

This role is key in supporting the health, wellbeing, and pastoral care of our pupils, ensuring all children feel safe, supported, and ready to learn each day.

You will work closely with teaching staff, support staff, families, and external agencies to ensure the physical and emotional needs of our pupils are met. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children, particularly those who may need extra care or support.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Caring and approachable, with a genuine passion for supporting children’s welfare and wellbeing
• Highly organised and reliable, with good attention to detail in maintaining accurate records
• Experienced in working with children, ideally in a school or similar setting
• Knowledgeable about safeguarding, first aid, and health & safety

Why Join Teaching Personnel:

• Excellent rates of pay via PAYE (no umbrella companies)
• Personal Consultant on hand to assist your journey
• Choice and variety – giving you a range of roles and job opportunities to choose from
• myTP – digital services making admin and communication easy

Please contact our recruitment team for more information.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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