Part Time Teaching Assistant

Description:

Part Time Teaching Assistant
Mainstream Primary School – Skelmersdale (WN8)
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Fixed Term (Full Academic Year)
Hours: Part time (16 – 20 hours per week) (Term Time Only)
Pay: £14.25 - £16 per hour (paid weekly)

Are you passionate about supporting young learners and helping them achieve their full potential?
Do you enjoy working closely with children to foster confidence and progress in their learning?

The Head Teacher of a mainstream primary school in Skelmersdale (WN8) is seeking to appoint a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join their team from September 2026. This is a term-time-only position supporting pupils across EYFS, Key Stage 1 or Key Stage 2.

About the Role:
As a Teaching Assistant, you will work alongside class teachers to support the learning and development of pupils across various subjects and activities. You will assist both individual children and small groups, helping to close gaps in learning and promote a positive, inclusive classroom environment.

You will be an important part of a nurturing school community where every child’s progress is recognised and encouraged.

Key Responsibilities:

Support pupils’ learning across a range of curriculum areas in EYFS, Key Stage 1 or Key Stage 2
Assist class teachers with the delivery of lessons and learning activities
Provide individual or small group support tailored to pupils’ needs
Encourage positive behaviour and build positive relationships with pupils
Help monitor and report on pupil progress and engagement
Support a calm, purposeful, and inclusive learning environment
Essential Requirements:

Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent) - training available for anyone without this qualification
Experience working in a UK mainstream classroom environment is essential
Patience, positivity, and a nurturing approach to support learning and behaviour
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team
Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children
We Offer:

Weekly pay at a competitive hourly rate
A supportive and welcoming team environment
Comprehensive induction and ongoing training opportunities
The chance to make a meaningful difference in children’s early education
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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