Teaching Assistant

Job Advert: Teaching Assistant
Mainstream Primary School – Skelmersdale (WN8)
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Fixed Term (Full Academic Year – potentially permanent)
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:45am – 3:30pm (Term Time Only) Hours can be semi flexible
Pay: £14.25 - £16 per hour (paid weekly)

The Head Teacher of a mainstream primary school in Skelmersdale (WN8) is seeking to appoint a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join their team from September 2026.

About the Role:
As a Teaching Assistant, you will work alongside class teachers to support the learning and development of pupils across various subjects and activities. You will assist both individual children and small groups, helping to close gaps in learning and promote a positive, inclusive classroom environment.

You will be an important part of a nurturing school community where every child’s progress is recognised and encouraged.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support pupils’ learning across a range of curriculum areas
• Assist class teachers with the delivery of lessons and learning activities
• Provide individual or small group support tailored to pupils’ needs
• Encourage positive behaviour and build positive relationships with pupils
• Help monitor and report on pupil progress and engagement
• Support a calm, purposeful, and inclusive learning environment

Essential Requirements:

• Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent) - training available for anyone without this qualification
• Experience working in a UK mainstream classroom environment is essential
• Patience, positivity, and a nurturing approach to support learning and behaviour
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children

We Offer:

• Weekly pay at a competitive hourly rate
• A supportive and welcoming team environment
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing training opportunities
• The chance to make a meaningful difference in children’s early education

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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