KS2 Teaching Assistant
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KS2 Teaching Assistant - Full-Time Long-Term Role
Start Date: October 2026
Location: Speke, L24
Contract: Full-Time | Long-Term
Key Stage: KS2 (Years 3-6)
Pay: £14.25 - £15.00 per hour (dependent on experience)
Join a Supportive Primary School This October
Teaching Personnel is seeking a motivated and caring Teaching Assistant to join a friendly and inclusive primary school in the Speke area from October 2026. This full-time, long-term opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys supporting children in their educational journey and is passionate about helping pupils thrive both academically and personally.
The school prides itself on creating a positive learning environment where every child is valued and encouraged to achieve their full potential. As part of a dedicated KS2 team, you will play an important role in supporting learning and helping pupils develop confidence and independence.
The Role
As a KS2 Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers to support learning across Key Stage 2 classes. You will provide classroom assistance, deliver targeted interventions, and help create an engaging and productive learning environment.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Supporting pupils during lessons and classroom activities.
- Working with small groups and individual children to reinforce learning.
- Assisting with literacy, numeracy, and other intervention programmes.
- Preparing classroom resources and supporting lesson delivery.
- Promoting positive behaviour and encouraging pupil engagement.
- Building positive relationships with pupils, staff, and families.
- Contributing to a safe, inclusive, and supportive school environment.
What We're Looking For
We welcome applications from candidates who:
- Have previous experience supporting children in a school, childcare, or similar setting.
- Are enthusiastic about helping children reach their full potential.
- Have strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Can work effectively as part of a team while using their own initiative.
- Are adaptable, proactive, and committed to making a positive impact.
- Hold an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or are willing to obtain one through Teaching Personnel.
Why Work Through Teaching Personnel?
- Competitive weekly pay.
- Long-term opportunity starting in October 2026.
- Access to high-quality CPD and training opportunities.
- Ongoing support from a dedicated Recruitment Consultant.
- Opportunities to secure permanent school-based positions.
- Easy-to-use online portal for managing timesheets and training.
Apply Now
If you're looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference to children's learning and development, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to be considered for this exciting KS2 Teaching Assistant opportunity in Speke 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.
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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