Qualified Teaching Assistant

Qualified Teaching Assistant

Location: Widnes, WA8

Start Date: September 2026

Contract Type: Temporary

Working Hours: Flexible opportunities available

Pay: £14.25 - £14.75 per hour (dependent on experience)

Are you a qualified Teaching Assistant seeking a flexible role within a welcoming and community-focused primary school? We are currently recruiting enthusiastic support staff to work in a friendly Widnes school where positive relationships, high aspirations and a nurturing approach are at the heart of everyday school life. The school is committed to helping pupils thrive both academically and personally, creating an environment where children feel valued, supported and inspired to learn.

The Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Work alongside class teachers to support pupils in reaching their full potential.
• Deliver targeted support to individuals and small groups.
• Encourage pupil engagement and confidence within the classroom.
• Assist in creating an inclusive, safe and positive learning environment.
• Support children with varying educational and pastoral needs across the school.

Candidate Requirements

To be considered, you should have:

• A recognised Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent).
• Previous experience working within a school or educational setting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A patient, adaptable and proactive attitude.
• The ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents.

Easy Access to Widnes

Widnes benefits from excellent transport connections across the Northwest:

• Widnes and Hough Green railway stations provide regular services to Liverpool and Manchester.
• Frequent local bus routes connect the town with surrounding areas including Warrington, Runcorn and Liverpool.
• Convenient motorway access via the M62, M56 and A557, as well as the Mersey Gateway Bridge, makes commuting straightforward for drivers.

Why Join Teaching Personnel?

When you work through Teaching Personnel, you will benefit from:

• Flexible assignments that fit around your commitments.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated education recruitment consultant.
• Access to free and discounted CPD and training courses.
• Weekly PAYE pay with no umbrella company deductions.
• Opportunities to gain experience in a range of local schools.
• The chance to make a genuine difference to children's educational journeys.

If you're ready to take the next step in your education career and are looking for a rewarding Teaching Assistant role in Widnes, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact the Teaching Personnel team for further details.

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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.
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