Year 2 Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay £14.25-£15.00 per hour

Full-time, long-term opportunity

Ongoing training and professional dev

Job summary

Teaching Personnel Ltd. are seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a Year 2 class at a Speke primary school in Liverpool from January 2026. You will support the class teacher and provide targeted help to pupils with SEND, helping each child reach their full potential.

This full-time role is based in Speke and offers ongoing training, a supportive leadership team, and pathways for progression within SEND support or teaching routes. DBS checks and relevant qualifications are expected.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in educational settings.
• Patient, nurturing and passionate about supporting children's development.
• Understanding of SEND and ability to support SEND learners.

Responsibilities

• Support the Year 2 teacher and whole class as needed.
• Provide academic and emotional support to pupils with SEND.
• Help create an engaging, inclusive learning environment.
• Collaborate with teachers and staff on tailored interventions.

Skills

Experience with children

Patient & nurturing

SEND understanding

Education

Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent

Job description

Teaching Assistant (Year 2 & SEND Support)

Speke, Liverpool – L24
£14.25 - £15.00 per hour
Full Time | January 2026 Start

Are you a caring, enthusiastic Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference every day?

Teaching Personnel are proud to be working in partnership with a welcoming and inclusive primary school in the Speke area of Liverpool, seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join their Year 2 team from January 2026.

This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a supportive school community that places children's wellbeing, development and success at the heart of everything they do. You'll play a key role in supporting the whole class while providing additional support to pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), helping every child reach their full potential.

The Role

• Full-time Teaching Assistant position within a Year 2 classroom
• Support teaching and learning across the whole class
• Work closely with pupils with SEND, providing both academic and emotional support
• Help create a positive, engaging and inclusive learning environment
• Collaborate with experienced teachers and support staff to deliver tailored interventions and classroom activities
• Build positive relationships with pupils, staff and families

What Makes This Opportunity Different?

This is more than just a classroom support role. You'll be joining a school with a strong team culture, a nurturing ethos and a genuine commitment to professional development.

Benefits Include:

• Competitive pay of £14.25 - £15.00 per hour
• Full-time, long-term opportunity with consistency and stability
• Supportive leadership team that values its staff
• Opportunity to gain valuable SEND experience within a primary setting
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Clear pathways into Higher Level Teaching Assistant, specialist SEND support or teacher training routes
• Collaborative and welcoming staff team
• A rewarding role where no two days are the same
• Dedicated support from your Teaching Personnel consultant throughout your placement

We're Looking For Someone Who:

• Has experience working with children in an educational, care or youth work setting
• Is patient, nurturing and passionate about supporting children's development
• Has an understanding of SEND or is eager to develop their knowledge further
• Can build positive relationships and inspire confidence in young learners
• Works well as part of a team and uses initiative when needed
• Holds a relevant Teaching Assistant qualification or transferable experience (desirable but not essential)

Location & Transport

Based in Speke, Liverpool, the school is easily accessible from surrounding areas including Halewood, Garston, Woolton and South Liverpool, with good public transport links and convenient road access.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you're looking for a rewarding Teaching Assistant role where you'll be valued, supported and given the opportunity to develop your career whilst making a lasting impact on children's lives, we'd love to hear from you.

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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