Trainee Teaching Assistant

Trainee Teaching Assistant
Primary School in Toxteth (L8)
Start Date: September 2026

A primary school located in Toxteth is looking to recruit a Trainee Teaching Assistant for one of their KS1 (Key Stage 1) classrooms. The school are looking to introduce skilled staff from a wide range of backgrounds, so if you were interested in supporting within a role in schools, please read on!

Responsibilities of the Trainee Teaching Assistant

As a Trainee Teaching Assistant within KS1, you will:

• Support lesson preparation: Assist teachers in preparing materials and resources for lessons.
• Create a safe and engaging environment: Help establish a welcoming and enjoyable atmosphere that supports pupils during a critical stage in their primary education.
• Classroom assistance: Work alongside the class teacher to support pupils during activities, assist with classroom management, and encourage positive behaviour.
• Promote learning and independence: Help pupils engage with lessons, overcome challenges, and develop their confidence and independence.
• Contribute across the curriculum: Support pupils in core subjects such as English, mathematics, and science.

Essential Qualities and Skills:

• Strong communication skills.
• Enthusiasm and a passion for working with children.
• A commitment to fostering pupil development and achievement.

Summary of the Role & Expectations

• Support pupils by ensuring their safety and facilitating their access to learning opportunities.
• Encourage pupils to develop independence, where appropriate.
• Prepare the classroom for lessons and tidy up after.
• Assist in managing pupil behaviour and report any concerns to the teacher.
• Provide support to pupils to help them understand lesson instructions.
• Aid pupils in engaging with the school curriculum (e.g., English, maths, etc.), as directed by the teacher.
• Supervise pupils during lunchtimes.
• Adhere to school policies and procedures, particularly regarding safeguarding, equality and diversity, health and safety, confidentiality, and data protection. Report any concerns to the relevant individual.

Role Details

• Working Hours: 8:30 am – 3:30 pm, Monday to Friday.
• Includes a 30-minute welfare duty.
• Eligibility: Open to candidates currently studying towards a TA, CACHE, or Childcare qualification.
• Pay Rate: £14.25 – £15.00 per hour.

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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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