Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant – Prescot

Location: Prescot, L34
Contract: Full-time
Start date: March 2026
Phases: EYFS, KS1, KS2

Pay Rate: £13.75 - £14.50 per hour (DOE)

Are you a passionate Teaching Assistant with strong phonics knowledge looking to make an impact across a warm, forward-thinking primary school? We are supporting Prescot Primary School, a vibrant community school in Prescot, to appoint an enthusiastic TA able to support children from Early Years through to Key Stage 2.

 About the School

This is a community primary school in the heart of Prescot, educating pupils aged 3 to 11 within a mixed-gender environment, maintaining a strong commitment to quality education, student safety, and active learning approaches.

The school fosters a community of dedicated staff committed to preparing pupils for future challenges and providing a welcoming, supportive learning environment.

Job Description

As a Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support teaching and learning across EYFS, KS1 and KS2, depending on school needs.
• Deliver high‑quality phonics interventions and small‑group support.
• Work collaboratively with class teachers to create engaging and supportive learning environments.
• Provide tailored support to ensure all pupils can access the curriculum.
• Assist with classroom preparation, behaviour support, and progress tracking.

Ideal Candidate

We would love to hear from you if you have:

• Experience delivering phonics programmes (Read Write Inc, Letters & Sounds, or similar).
• Previous work in a primary setting, ideally across multiple key stages.
• A positive, nurturing approach to supporting children.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build rapport quickly.
• A genuine passion for helping children thrive academically and personally.

Transport Links & Getting There

Prescot is extremely well connected to Liverpool and surrounding areas:

• Direct trains run from Liverpool Lime Street to Prescot, taking as little as 12–19 minutes, with frequent daily services.
• Direct buses operate regularly from Liverpool to Prescot, with journeys taking around 41 minutes depending on the route.
• The school is easily accessible by car, with the Liverpool–Prescot route covering around 8 miles.

These excellent transport links make the role ideal for candidates across Liverpool, Knowsley, St Helens, and wider Merseyside.

Why Become a TP (Teaching Personnel) Educator?

When you join Teaching Personnel, you gain access to:

• Competitive weekly pay, paid via PAYE.
• A dedicated local consultant supporting your career.
• Free and subsidised CPD opportunities, including phonics training.
• Access to the TP app to manage your diary, timesheets, and job preferences instantly.
• Opportunities for long‑term progression and permanent placements.

How to Apply

If you are enthusiastic about making a difference and ready to start this March, click Apply Now or contact us today to arrange a registration call.

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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