Secondary Teaching Assistants – Liverpool
Start Date: September 2026
Full-Time With Temporary to Permanent Opportunities
Teaching Personnel Liverpool are currently recruiting dedicated and enthusiastic Secondary Teaching Assistants to support the new cohort of Year 7 students joining our partnership secondary schools in September 2026.
This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who are passionate about education and eager to make a positive impact during a key transitional stage in students’ academic journeys.
The Role
As a Secondary Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting students as they adapt to secondary school life. Your responsibilities will include:
- Providing 1:1 support for students who require additional guidance
- Delivering small group interventions to support learning and engagement
- Assisting the class teacher in creating an inclusive and supportive classroom environment
- Supporting students with a range of needs, including academic, social, and emotional development
- Helping to manage behaviour and encourage positive learning attitudes
What We’re Looking For
We are seeking candidates who:
- Have experience working with young people (education, youth work, coaching, or similar)
- Are patient, adaptable, and confident in supporting students with varying needs
- Have strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Are committed to supporting students’ progress and wellbeing
- Hold (or are willing to obtain) an enhanced DBS on the update service
Working Hours & Pay
- Full-time: Monday to Friday
- Working hours: 6.5-hour school day
- Daily rate: £95 – £105 (dependent on experience)
What We Offer
- Opportunities for temporary to permanent placements for the right candidates
- Access to a variety of partnership schools across Liverpool
- Ongoing support and guidance from Teaching Personnel
- Opportunities for professional development and training
Why Join Teaching Personnel?
At Teaching Personnel, we pride ourselves on matching talented individuals with schools where they can thrive. You will be supported throughout your placement and given the opportunity to develop your career in education.
If you are passionate about supporting young learners and want to be part of their journey into secondary education, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today to secure your role for September 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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