KS1 Teaching Assistant

Description:

KS1 Teaching Assistant

Location: Halewood, Liverpool (L26)
Start Date: October 2026
Hours: Full-Time, Term-Time Only
Contract: Temporary Ongoing
Pay: £14.25 - £15.00 per hour (depending on experience)

Are you a passionate Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity in Key Stage 1? Teaching Personnel are working with a welcoming and inclusive primary school in the Halewood area seeking a dedicated KS1 Teaching Assistant to join their team from October 2026.

This is a fantastic opportunity to support young learners during a crucial stage of their education, helping them build confidence, develop key skills, and enjoy their learning journey.

About the Role

As a KS1 Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with class teachers to support pupils both in the classroom and through small group interventions. You will play an important role in creating a positive learning environment where children feel supported, engaged, and encouraged to achieve their best.

Responsibilities will include:

Supporting teaching and learning across the KS1 curriculum
Delivering small group and 1:1 interventions
Assisting pupils with literacy, numeracy, and phonics activities
Encouraging positive behaviour and classroom engagement
Supporting children with varying learning needs
Preparing learning resources and classroom materials
Helping to create a safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment
The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic, patient, and committed to helping children succeed.

Applicants should ideally have:

Previous experience working within a primary school setting
Experience supporting children in KS1 (desirable)
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
A proactive and adaptable approach to supporting learning
A genuine passion for education and child development
A relevant TA qualification or equivalent experience
About the School

The school offers a supportive and nurturing environment where staff work collaboratively to ensure every child can thrive. With a strong focus on pupil wellbeing, inclusivity, and academic progress, it provides an excellent setting for support staff looking to develop their skills and make a real difference.

Why Work Through Teaching Personnel?

Competitive hourly rates of pay
Weekly pay via PAYE
Access to free and accredited CPD courses
Dedicated support from your local consultant
Opportunities for long-term and permanent positions
Access to a wide network of schools across Merseyside
Safeguarding, SEN, Behaviour Management, and other specialist training opportunities
Location

Based in Halewood (L26), the school is easily accessible from Liverpool, Huyton, Prescot, Speke, and surrounding areas, with excellent public transport routes and road links nearby.

If you're an experienced Teaching Assistant or an aspiring educator looking to gain further classroom experience, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today with Teaching Personnel to be considered for this KS1 Teaching Assistant opportunity starting in October 2026.

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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