270 teaching assistant jobs found in St Helens

Job Category: Secondary Job Type: Full Time Job Location: St Helens Pay Rate: £95 - 105 Start Date: ASAP About the role: We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Teaching Assistant to work within a secondary school classroom. We are actively assisting a school in the St Helens area who are looking for a reliable full-time Teaching Assistant who can provide additional support to pupils who require support to engage in their learning or a general boost of confidence. As a TA, your role will include small group work and assisting in the wider classroom setting to aid effective pupil progress . You may also provide support for pupils with additional needs under the direction of the class teacher. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about providing high quality education and creating an inclusive and positive learning environment for all. The role is also open to those with a L2 or L3 qualification or previous experience within a similar role. Key...

Teaching Assistant Opportunities - EYFS, KS1 & KS2 📍 St. Helen's & Surrounding Areas 🕒 Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities 📅 Start Date: June 2026 📌 Day-to-Day, Short-Term, Long-Term & Permanent Roles Available Make a Real Difference in the Classroom with Tradewind Recruitment Are you a caring, motivated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity in education? Tradewind Recruitment is currently working with a range of welcoming and supportive primary schools across St. Helen's & surrounding areas, and we are looking for passionate Teaching Assistants to support pupils across EYFS, KS1 and KS2 - particularly those with Special Educational Needs (SEN). Whether you are an experienced TA or looking to build on your classroom experience, we want to hear from individuals who are committed to helping children thrive both academically and emotionally. The Role As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting pupils and...

Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant (1:1 Support – Year 4) Location: The Sylvester School, Huyton Employer: The Supply Register Contract Type: Flexible (Day-to-day, Short-term, and Long-term opportunities) Salary: £93 – £100 per day (depending on experience) Join Our Team at The Sylvester Primary School! Are you passionate about making a real difference in a child’s education? We’re looking for a caring and motivated SEN Teaching Assistant to join the wonderful team at The Sylvester School in Huyton. In this rewarding role, you’ll be providing 1:1 support to a pupil, helping them to grow in confidence and reach their full potential in a nurturing, inclusive learning environment. What You’ll Be Doing Provide dedicated 1:1 support to a pupil with additional learning needs. Work closely with the class teacher to adapt lessons and resources to meet individual needs. Encourage and support the pupil’s social, emotional, and academic development. Foster a positive and inclusive...

About the Role: Prospero Teaching is excited to announce opportunities for dedicated and passionate graduates to join a secondary school in the Knowsley area. As one of the fastest growing agencies in the UK, we are looking for reliable and enthusiastic individuals to inspire students. Graduate Teaching Assistant Location: Knowsley, L36 Start Date: September 2026 Contract Type: Temporary, Long Term Working Hours: Full-time, 8:30 am - 3:30 pm Pay: Paid to scale Responsibilities: Behaviour management: Foster a positive learning environment with good behaviour management. Providing emotional support: Offering guidance and support to students who may be dealing with personal issues or stress. Monitoring well-being: Keeping an eye on students' overall well-being and reporting any concerns to the appropriate staff members. Safeguarding: Ensuring the safeguarding procedure is followed when required Collaboration: Work closely with teachers to ensure lessons run smoothly and...

Prospero Teaching are looking to recruit excellent Teaching Assistants interested in securing a role. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the life of a young person, providing tailored academic and emotional support within a secondary school setting. Teaching Assistant Location - Knowsley, L36 Type of work - Temp, long term Start date - September 2026 Days - Full time Hours - 8:30 am - 3:30 pmResponsibilities: Assisting with lessons: Helping sort materials, setting up equipment, and supporting students during lessons. Behaviour management: Foster a positive learning environment with good behaviour management. Providing emotional support: Offering guidance and support to students who may be dealing with personal issues or stress. Monitoring well-being: Keeping an eye on students' overall well-being and reporting any concerns to the appropriate staff members. Safeguarding: Ensuring the safeguarding procedure is followed when required Collaboration: Work...

A caring and inclusive specialist SEND school in Knowsley is looking to recruit a committed SEMH Teaching Assistant to join their team. This is a full-time position with the opportunity to secure a permanent role for the right candidate. This is a rewarding opportunity to have a meaningful impact on the lives of pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. You will provide consistent support, build strong, positive relationships, and help pupils to engage more confidently in their learning The Role • Support pupils with SEMH needs on a 1:1 basis and in small groups • Help to manage and de-escalate challenging behaviours using a calm and consistent approach • Support pupils in accessing a personalised curriculum tailored to their individual needs The Ideal Candidate • Has experience working with children or young people with SEMH needs or within a SEND setting • Is confident in managing challenging behaviour in a patient and proactive manner • Demonstrates...

Teaching Assistant Sports * Are you looking for a route into education and supporting in schools? * Would you like to gain valuable experience in several schools prior to committing to a long term, permanent role? * Do you want to work Monday to Friday with no weekend or evenings? Then a sports coach/Assistant position may be for you! Sports Coaches have transferable skills and experience with all ages and abilities, so making a career as a Sports Teaching Assistant might be easier than you think. Aura Education also have other work to offer that would suit someone from a sports coaching background. We work closely with many schools and academies located in and around Sefton & Knowsley, helping them to cover planned and unplanned staff absences, new open vacancies, resignations, long term illnesses and maternity cover which can lead onto to long term or permanent positions. As a sports teaching assistant you will be required to: * Be passionate about making a difference...

Higher Level Teaching Assistant - Tameside Full Time | Monday to Friday Tradewind Recruitment are recruiting for an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant to work in a school based in Tameside. This is an excellent opportunity for a confident HLTA who is comfortable leading classes and supporting teaching and learning across the school. The successful candidate must: Hold a minimum Level 4 qualification Have experience leading a class Be confident delivering planned lessons Support pupils across a range of abilitiesRequirements: HLTA qualification or minimum Level 4 qualification Previous experience covering classes independently Strong classroom management skills Enhanced DBS on the update service or willingness to obtain oneFor more information or to apply, contact Matthew Brown at Tradewind Recruitment: (phone number removed)

Key Stage 4 Provision Teaching Assistant - SEMH Needs Clifton Prospero teaching are working with a Pupil Referral Unit in Clifton, the school works with students with behavioural challenges and mental health issues. The school cater for pupils who have an educational plan to receive their education in a specialist provision, due to their learning needs. The school take pupils who have been identified that mainstream education isnt the right setting for them. The pupils are age 14-16 years old KS4 secondary all with EHCP plans and additional needs. The pupils have usually experienced some form of trauma, neglect or chaotic home life or all of these things. Your role is to build a connection with the young people and act and a mentor and role model for the students. Due to the barriers the pupils have in the classroom, the role will entail forging strong relationships with pupils. The role will see you using lots of mentoring skills (similar to that used...

Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant Tameside Prospero Teaching Several full-time, full-year positions available Start Date: September 2026 End Date: July 2027 Minimum Rate of Pay: £100/day (PAYE) Prospero Teaching is recruiting for a number of Graduate SEN Teaching Assistants to support pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN) across the curriculum at a mainstream secondary school in Tameside. This role is perfect for a motivated graduate looking to kick-start their career in education, psychology, or child development? You'll work with SEN students who may have needs such as Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, speech and language difficulties, dyslexia, moderate learning difficulties (MLD), and social or communication challenges. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience supporting pupils who benefit from additional structure, patience, and tailored learning strategies. You'll gain invaluable classroom experience, develop key behaviour management skills,...

Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant North Manchester Prospero Teaching Several full-time, full-year positions available Start Date: September 2026 End Date: July 2027 Minimum Rate of Pay: £100/day (PAYE) Prospero Teaching is recruiting for a number of Graduate SEN Teaching Assistants to support pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN) across the curriculum at a mainstream secondary school in North Manchester. This role is perfect for a motivated graduate looking to kick-start their career in education, psychology, or child development? You'll work with SEN students who may have needs such as Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, speech and language difficulties, dyslexia, moderate learning difficulties (MLD), and social or communication challenges. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience supporting pupils who benefit from additional structure, patience, and tailored learning strategies. You'll gain invaluable classroom experience, develop key...

Teaching Assistant to work with complex needs Secondary children Exclusive Education are looking to appoint a full time Teaching Assistant to support with complex needs students on a full time basis within a Secondary complex needs school in Widnes. In order to be considered for this role we require you meet the following criteria; * Hold a relevant teaching assistant qualification (e.g. NCFE, CACHE or NVQ Level 1, 2 or 3) (desirable) * Have eligibility to work in the UK or be a UK resident * Have previous experience of working with children in the last 2 years * Excellent knowledge of the full curriculum and assessment frameworks * Previous EYFS, KS1, KS2, KS3 experience * Level 3 Qualification would be desirable * Two references working with children * Hold a current DBS that is registered with the update service or be willing to apply for a new one In return Exclusive Education can offer; * Excellent rates of pay * Direct links to local schools...

About the Role: Prospero Teaching is excited to announce opportunities for dedicated and passionate graduates to join a secondary school in the Kirkby area. As one of the fastest growing agencies in the UK, we are looking for reliable and enthusiastic individuals to inspire students. Graduate Teaching Assistant Location: Kirkby, L32 Start Date: September 2026 Contract Type: Temporary, Long Term Working Hours: Full-time, 8:30 am - 3:30 pm Pay: Paid to scale Responsibilities: Behaviour management: Foster a positive learning environment with good behaviour management. Providing emotional support: Offering guidance and support to students who may be dealing with personal issues or stress. Monitoring well-being: Keeping an eye on students' overall well-being and reporting any concerns to the appropriate staff members. Safeguarding: Ensuring the safeguarding procedure is followed when required Collaboration: Work closely with teachers to ensure lessons run smoothly and students...

Teaching Assistant – Widnes Start Date: September 2026 Thrive Education is currently recruiting for an experienced Teaching Assistant to work within a welcoming Primary School in Widnes from September 2026. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive school environment, working within a Junior class and supporting pupils across the curriculum. The successful candidate will play a key role in helping children achieve their full potential both academically and socially. The Role * Supporting teaching and learning within a Junior class * Delivering small group interventions and classroom support * Working closely with the class teacher to support pupil progress * Supporting phonics development where required * Creating a positive and engaging learning environment Essential Requirements * Previous experience working within a school setting * Strong knowledge and understanding of Little Wandle Phonics * A positive, proactive and nurturing approach...

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) Start Date: September 2026 About the Role We are seeking an experienced, enthusiastic and motivated Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated team from September 2026. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting high-quality teaching and learning across our inclusive and nurturing school community. Working Schedule Monday - Friday, term time only plus INSET days Key Responsibilities • Deliver planned lessons under the guidance of teaching staff • Provide whole-class, small-group and targeted intervention support • Support pupils with a range of additional needs to access the curriculum • Contribute to planning, assessment and pupil progress monitoring • Work collaboratively with teachers and support staff to maintain a positive learning environment • Help promote pupils’ independence, confidence and wellbeing About You We are looking for someone who: • Holds HLTA status or has equivalent experience • Has...

Level 3 Teaching Assistant | Warrington Mornings OR full days | Lovely Team | Immediate Start Are you a Level 3 qualified Teaching Assistant or Early Years Practitioner looking for a role in a warm, welcoming nursery setting? I'm working with a lovely primary school in Warrington who are looking for a Level 3 TA to support within their nursery classroom. This is a really nice opportunity to join a team where staff genuinely enjoy working together and support one another day-to-day. Why this role stands out: A friendly, nurturing nursery environment Supportive and approachable staff team Flexible working - mornings or full days available Great for someone who loves Early Years and wants consistencyThe role: Supporting within a busy nursery classroom Working alongside the class teacher and EYFS team Engaging children through play-based learning Helping to create a safe, stimulating environmentRequirements (must have): Level 3 qualification (TA, Childcare, Early Years or...

Nursery SEND Teaching Assistant | Warrington Full Time | Lovely Team | September Start | School Hours | Full Academic Year Are you an SEND Teaching Assistant or Early Years Practitioner looking for a role in a warm, welcoming nursery setting? I'm working with a lovely nursery school in Warrington who are looking for an SEND TA to support a child in their SEND classroom on a 1:1 basis. This is a really nice opportunity to join a team where staff genuinely enjoy working together and support one another day-to-day. Why this role stands out: A friendly, nurturing nursery school environment Supportive and approachable staff team Great for someone who loves Early Years and wants consistency but in school hours The role: Supporting within a busy SEND nursery classroom Working alongside the class teacher and EYFS team Engaging children through play-based learning Helping to create a safe, stimulating environmentRequirements (must have): Level 2 or 3 qualification (TA, Childcare,...

Some students need more than academic support - they need consistency, patience, and positive role models. We are recruiting an SEMH Teaching Assistant to support secondary-aged pupils across schools in Warrington. This SEMH Teaching Assistant role involves working with students who may struggle with emotional regulation, engagement, or behaviour within the classroom environment. As an SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will: Support students on a 1:1 and small group basis Help pupils remain engaged during lessons Build positive relationships within secondary schools across WarringtonThis SEMH Teaching Assistant opportunity is ideal for: Youth workers or mentors Sports coaches and behaviour specialists Individuals with experience supporting SEMH needs in Warrington schoolsThe ideal SEMH Teaching Assistant will be calm, resilient, and confident working with young people who require additional support. If you are interested in a rewarding SEMH Teaching Assistant role in Warrington,...

SEN Teaching Assistant Required Contract: Full-time, 5 days per week Exclusive Education is looking to appoint a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with Autism across EYFS, Key Stage 1, and Key Stage 2 at a school in Warrington. This Teaching Assistant role is full-time ideally but part time hours will be considered. The ideal candidate for the Teaching Assistant position will have previous experience working with children with Autism and challenging behaviour. Key Responsibilities of the Teaching Assistant: * Support pupils with Autism and other Special Educational Needs to access the curriculum and engage in learning * Assist in managing challenging behaviours using appropriate strategies and interventions * Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and other professionals to deliver personalised learning support as a proactive Teaching Assistant * Implement behaviour management plans and support positive behaviour throughout the...

SEN Teaching Assistant Location: Wigan, WN1 1RU Sector: SEN Support Job Type: Full Time / Part-time Start Date: Immediate We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant in Wigan to join a specialist independent day school supporting students with autism, communication needs, dyslexia, and anxiety-related barriers to learning. You’ll work in a supportive, small-class environment, helping students develop academically, socially, and emotionally while making a meaningful impact. Key Responsibilities Provide tailored support to students in and out of the classroom Assist with differentiated learning activities Support communication, social, and independence skills Monitor progress and liaise with staff and SEN coordinators Promote a positive, inclusive environment Support behaviour management strategies Skills & Qualifications GCSE Maths & English (Grade 4/C or above) Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or working towards) Understanding of...