Intervention Specialist TA

Intervention Specialist Teaching Assistant

Location: Garston (L19), Liverpool

Start Date: September 2026

Contract: Flexible / Temporary (with potential for extension or permanent opportunity)

Pay Rate: £14.25 – £15.50 per hour (depending on experience)

Teaching Personnel are working in partnership with a supportive and inclusive primary school in Halewood to recruit an Intervention Specialist Teaching Assistant for the new academic year. This is a rewarding opportunity for an experienced TA or educator who is passionate about delivering targeted support and helping pupils overcome barriers to learning.

The role will focus on delivering literacy and numeracy interventions to small groups and individual pupils across KS1 and KS2, supporting progress and building confidence.

About the School

This welcoming primary school places a strong emphasis on inclusion, pupil wellbeing, and narrowing attainment gaps. The leadership team is approachable, collaborative, and committed to staff development. Intervention support plays a key role in the school’s strategy, meaning your contribution will have a direct and meaningful impact on pupil outcomes.

The Role

As an Intervention Specialist Teaching Assistant, you will:

-      Deliver structured interventions for pupils working below age-related expectations

-      Work closely with class teachers and the SENCO to assess needs and monitor progress

-      Adapt resources and teaching approaches to suit individual learning styles

-      Support pupils both inside and outside the classroom

The Ideal Candidate Will:

-      Have recent experience delivering interventions in a primary school setting

-      Demonstrate a strong understanding of the primary curriculum, particularly English and Maths

-      Be confident working with small groups and on a one-to-one basis

-      Be organised, proactive, and able to use their own initiative

-      Hold a Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent experience)

-      Be passionate about supporting children to reach their full potential

-      Hold a DBS on the Update Service or be willing to obtain one through Teaching Personnel

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

-      Competitive weekly pay via PAYE (no umbrella companies)

-      Flexible working opportunities to suit your availability

-      Access to FREE CPD, including intervention-focused training

-      Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant

-      Opportunities for long-term and permanent placements

-      £50 referral bonus for every educator you recommend

If you’re looking for a September start in a rewarding intervention role where you can make a real difference, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now or contact Teaching Personnel for more information.

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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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