Teaching Assistant

Support KS2 pupils with additional needs, deliver interventions, and gain valuable classroom experience through regular teaching cover responsibilities across the academic year.Job Title: Level 3 Teaching Assistant / HLTA (KS2 & SEN Support)Location: Prenton, WirralPay: CompetitiveWorking Pattern: Full-Time, Term-TimeContract: September 2026 - July 2027 (Academic Year)Your new companyHays is supporting a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Prenton looking to appoint an experienced Level 3 Teaching Assistant or HLTA. This role would suit a passionate TA or ECT who enjoys supporting children with SEN and is looking for a varied position across the academic year, combining targeted pupil support with opportunities to lead learning and cover classes when required.Your new roleYou will primarily support pupils within KS2, working closely with children who require additional support to access learning and achieve their potential. Alongside providing targeted interventions and classroom support, you will also have the opportunity to deliver planned lessons and provide class cover across the school when needed. This is an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys building strong relationships with pupils, particularly those with additional needs, while maintaining and developing their classroom teaching skills.What you'll need to succeedLevel 3 Teaching Assistant qualification, HLTA status, or recent teaching experience as an ECTExperience supporting children with SEN within a primary settingConfidence leading small groups and delivering planned learning activitiesAbility to cover classes when requiredStrong communication and behaviour management skillsA nurturing, patient and proactive approachWhat you'll get in returnCompetitive rates of pay, ongoing support from a dedicated consultant, access to free CPD training, and the opportunity to gain valuable experience in both SEN support and classroom teaching throughout the academic year. Benefits include:£250 Refer-a-Friend rewardFree CPDPAYE optionHoliday payPension contributionsWhat you need to do nowApply now or contact us. If this isn't the right role for you, we'll help you find a position that better matches your skills and experience.

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