KS2 Teaching Assistant
Job description
Full-Time KS2 Teaching Assistant – September 2025 Start
Location: Skelmersdale
Rate of Pay: Competitive
Start Date: September 2025
Are you a supportive and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant with experience in Key Stage 2? We’re currently recruiting for full-time KS2 Teaching Assistant roles in inclusive and nurturing primary schools across the Skelmersdale area, starting in September 2025.
About the Role
As a KS2 Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and support staff to provide academic and emotional support to children. Your responsibilities will include:
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Supporting pupils individually or in small groups to reinforce learning
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Assisting with lesson delivery and classroom management
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Helping children reach their academic and personal development goals
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Promoting a positive and inclusive classroom environment
What We Offer
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Full-time roles in welcoming and supportive primary schools
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The opportunity to make a real difference during a vital stage of learning
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Ongoing training and opportunities for professional development
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Competitive rates of pay
Requirements
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Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent)
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Experience supporting children in a KS2 setting
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A solid understanding of the Key Stage 2 curriculum
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A valid DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
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A compassionate, professional, and enthusiastic approach
Why Work with Us?
We work closely with a network of primary schools across Skelmersdale and West Lancashire, helping connect passionate support staff with roles that fit their skills and career goals. If you’re ready to support children and contribute to their success, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today to become a KS2 Teaching Assistant in Skelmersdale this September!
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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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