1:1 Teaching Assistant - Southport in Sefton

The Education Specialists is seeking a caring, patient and dedicated 1:1 Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and supportive primary school in Southport, supporting a pupil with emotional regulation and additional learning needs. This is a full-time, long-term temporary position, offering an excellent opportunity for a passionate Teaching Assistant to make a genuine difference to a child's confidence, wellbeing and educational development.

The school has a strong focus on inclusion, pupil wellbeing and creating a positive learning environment where every child feels safe, valued and supported. With a nurturing ethos, high expectations and a collaborative staff team, this is an excellent opportunity to join a school that places children's personal development and academic progress at the heart of everything it does.

1:1 Teaching Assistant benefits:

• Competitive daily rate starting from £90-£110 (dependent on experience)
• PAYE paid weekly
• Full-time, long-term opportunity
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference to a child's development
• Access to professional development and CPD opportunities
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
• £150 refer a friend scheme (T&Cs apply)

1:1 Teaching Assistant role requirements:

• Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant or within a similar child-focused role
• Experience supporting children with emotional regulation, behavioural needs or SEMH is desirable
• A patient, calm and empathetic approach
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Ability to support positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing
• A proactive and flexible approach to supporting individual needs
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil wellbeing
• Enhanced DBS on the update service or willingness to apply

The successful 1:1 Teaching Assistant will:

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support to a pupil throughout the school day
• Support the pupil with emotional regulation, helping them manage feelings and navigate challenging situations
• Build a positive, trusting relationship to encourage confidence, engagement and independence
• Support the pupil with transitions, classroom routines and accessing learning
• Encourage positive behaviour, social interaction and participation in activities
• Work closely with the class teacher and wider school team to ensure consistent support
• Assist with general classroom activities and wider Teaching Assistant responsibilities when required

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and candidates to share this commitment. Our recruitment processes follow Safer Recruitment guidelines in line with current legislation, including Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) and Working Together to Safeguard Children. All appointments are subject to pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.

We are also committed to creating an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences and are happy to make reasonable adjustments where required.

Operam Education Group includes Provide Education | Teachers UK | Provision Recruitment | The Education Specialists | First for Education | Horizon Teachers | Key Stage Teacher Supply. We're proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and committed to creating accessible opportunities across education.

As part of our registration process, you'll need an enhanced DBS check and we'll need to see and copy your original qualifications before any placement. Teaching roles require Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.