Teaching Assistant

KS1 Teaching Assistant (General) - Birkenhead

Job Title: KS1 General Teaching Assistant

Location: Birkenhead, Wirral Pay: £95-£125 per day

Working pattern: Full-Time, Term-Time

Contract: Starting in September 2026

Your new company

Hays is recruiting for a full-time KS1 Teaching Assistant for a busy and inclusive primary school in Birkenhead. This setting is ideal for candidates experienced in supporting early literacy, numeracy, and classroom routines in Key Stage 1.

Your new role

You will assist the class teacher with group work, classroom organisation, early reading support, phonics, and behaviour management. You will also help prepare resources and foster a calm, engaging learning environment. Some light 1:1 intervention may be required.

What you'll need to succeed

Experience with KS1 pupils, a positive attitude, strong teamwork, and the ability to follow teacher guidance. Confidence supporting early literacy and phonics is desirable.What you'll get in returnCompetitive pay, full support from a dedicated consultant, and access to training.

Benefits include:

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• £250 Refer-a-Friend reward
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• Free CPD
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• PAYE option
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• Holiday pay
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• Pension contributions
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What you need to do now

Apply now or contact us for further information. If this role isn't quite right, we can find a more suitable KS1 placement.

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