Year 3 Teaching Assistant Required

Connex Education; Knowsley; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily rate

PAYE paid weekly

CPD platform access

Career progression opportunities

Wellbeing programme

Job summary

Connex Education Partnership is recruiting a Year 3 Teaching Assistant for a primary school in Halewood, Knowsley. The role is full-time from 1st September 2026, supporting Year 3 pupils with a team of six staff. It’s not 1:1, but includes SEN support throughout the week, with hours 8:30–15:30, Monday to Friday.

Prospects for permanent recruitment exist in 2026/27. A DBS check and right to work in the UK are required. Competitive daily rate (£90–£110) depending on experience.

Qualifications

• TA qualification preferred; relevant school experience also considered.
• GCSE English & Maths (C/4) or above or equivalent Level 2.
• Current DBS on update service or willingness to apply through Connex.

Responsibilities

• Support Year 3 pupils in two classes as part of a team of six support staff.
• Assist pupils with additional needs throughout the week (SEN experience beneficial).
• Provide consistent classroom support within standard school routines.
• Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30–15:30; potential for permanent recruitment in 2026/27.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Professional conduct

Adaptability

Inclusion

Education

Level 2/3 TA qualification

GCSE English & Maths (C/4+)

DBS on update service or willingness to apply

Year 3 classroom experience

SEN experience (ASD)

Job description

Role: Year 3Teaching Assistant

Location: Halewood, Knowsley

Salary: £90-110 per day (depending on experience and qualifications)

To apply, you must show proof of right to work in the UK.

About the Role

We are currently seeking an experienced Teaching Assistant to join a fantastic primary school located in the Halewood area of Knowsley. This school are seeking nuturing and committed Teaching Assistants to join them on a full-time basis from 1st September 2026.

This role will be based in their Year 3 classrooms working as part of a team (6) of support staff across two classes. Whilst this role is not 1:1, it will involve supporting students with additional needs throughout the week – so experience in SEN is beneficial. The hours are Monday to Friday, 8:30-3:30. Opportunities for permanent recruitment available for the successful candidate in the 2026/7 academic year.

Benefits of working with Connex Education

• Competitive daily rate.
• PAYE paid weekly.
• Free access to our accredited CPD platform.
• Career progression opportunities via our conversion courses.
• Wellbeing programme and refresher training for life in a 21st century classroom.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Level 2/3 teaching assistant qualification is desirable; however, those with relevant school experience will also be considered.
• GCSE English & Maths (Grade C/4 or above for both) or equivalent Level 2.
• Current DBS on the update service or willingness to apply for a new one through Connex.
• Experience in Year 3 would be an advantage
• Experience working with SEN pupils, particularly ASD

Knowledge and skills

• Builds positive, supportive relationships with pupils and staff to support teaching & learning.
• Upholds high standards of professional behaviour, presentation, and integrity.
• Committed to maintaining consistency in learning and behaviour expectations.
• Open to professional development and constructive feedback.
• Demonstrates strong literacy, numeracy, and communication skills.
• Works collaboratively within classroom routines, showing initiative and professionalism.
• Adapts to pupils’ varying needs and supports inclusion.
• Demonstrates patience, empathy, and consistency when supporting pupils of varying needs and abilities.
• Reliable, well-presented, and committed to confidentiality and ongoing development.
• Sound understanding of classroom roles, routines, and expectations, and how to contribute effectively to these.
• Observant and reflective, able to recognise and respond to changes in behaviour or wellbeing.
• Awareness of safeguarding, confidentiality, and professional boundaries in a school setting.
• Committed to continuous personal development and open to feedback and training.

Are you interested?

Protected Characteristics Statement

All offers are conditional upon satisfactory background checks, including a DBS check. All appointments will be made subject to a DBS check. Connex Education Partnership is committed to a policy of equal opportunities. We respect and value cultural and religious diversity and will not discriminate based on age, gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin, religion, culture, marital status, or disability. Everyone is assessed on merit alone.

Connex Education Partnership is an employment agency and employment business.

Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and candidates to share this commitment. We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, and other relevant legislation. All appointments are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.