Teaching Assistants Required – Widnes (WA7)
Day-to-Day & Long-Term Opportunities | Immediate Starts Available
£14.25 - £15.50 per hour (DOE)
Are you a passionate and reliable Teaching Assistant looking for flexible work or a longer-term role in education?
Teaching Personnel is currently recruiting Teaching Assistants to support a number of welcoming primary schools across the Widnes area. Due to our growing partnerships with local schools and increasing demand for supply staff, we have multiple opportunities available for candidates seeking both day-to-day cover and long-term placements.
We are looking for individuals who can support in both general classroom roles and SEN positions, helping pupils to thrive academically, socially and emotionally.
Your Responsibilities May Include:
- Supporting pupils within the classroom environment
- Delivering 1:1 and small group interventions
- Assisting children with Special Educational Needs (SEN)
- Encouraging pupil engagement and positive behaviour
- Working closely with teachers and other support staff
- Helping to create a safe, inclusive and nurturing learning environment
We Are Looking For:
- Previous experience working with children or young people
- A positive, patient and proactive approach
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- A genuine passion for supporting children's learning and development
- Experience supporting SEN pupils is advantageous but not essential
- Relevant qualifications (Level 2, Level 3 TA or above) are desirable, though not essential for candidates with suitable experience
What We Offer:
- Competitive weekly pay
- Flexible day-to-day assignments to suit your availability
- Long-term and potential permanent opportunities
- Access to free CPD and professional development courses
- Ongoing support from a dedicated local consultant
- Opportunities to gain experience across a range of local primary schools
Whether you're an experienced Teaching Assistant, a graduate looking to gain classroom experience, or someone with transferable skills from care, youth work or support roles, we'd love to hear from you.
Immediate starts available. Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one) is required.
- 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.
- For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.
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Experienced Teaching Assistant in Widnes employer: Teaching Personnel Ltd
Teaching Personnel Ltd is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture that prioritises the professional growth of its staff. Located in Wolverhampton, this role provides unique opportunities to make a meaningful impact on students' lives while collaborating with dedicated colleagues and engaging with the community. With a commitment to high standards and continuous development, employees can thrive in an environment that values innovation and integrity.
